Details:
- Salary: £18 - 25 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Vale of Glamorgan
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Our client in Vale of Glamorgan is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Disability Facilities Grant (DFG) Officer to join a well-structured and dynamic team. This opportunity offers both full-time and part-time contracts, flexible working (including home working), a manageable caseload, and ongoing training to support your professional development. This is an initial 3–6 month contract, with strong potential for extension.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of Disability Facilities Grant applications from referral through to completion
Assess service users’ needs within their home environment in line with DFG legislation and guidance
Work closely with Occupational Therapists, surveyors, contractors, and other stakeholders
Provide advice on suitable adaptations to promote independence and accessibility
Oversee the approval process, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and budgets
Monitor progress of works, ensuring projects are completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales
Ensure safeguarding principles are upheld, maintaining dignity and respect for all service users
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Previous experience working in a DFG, housing adaptations, or housing grants role
Strong understanding of Disability Facilities Grant legislation and processes
Experience working with vulnerable individuals in a housing or social care setting
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Enhanced DBS (can be arranged)
Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable
Experience working alongside Occupational Therapists or within local authority settings
Knowledge of housing standards, minor/major adaptations, and grant funding processesBenefits
Competitive rate of pay
Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home options
Manageable caseload
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Free onsite parking
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that improve independence and quality of life
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years’ experience recruiting into social care and housing services, Ackerman Pierce provides a personalised and supportive recruitment experience. We offer:
A dedicated personal consultant
A fast and simple registration process
Weekly guaranteed payments
Support with DBS clearance
To find out more about this DFG Officer opportunity or similar roles, please contact Gavin Wright on (phone number removed) or send your updated CV today to (url removed)