Are you an experienced housing benefit professional looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity to join our small and friendly benefits team as a Benefits Assessor.

We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, with a background in benefits administration, great communication skills and attention to detail.

Using Civica systems, you will be responsible for processing new claims and changes of circumstance for housing benefit and council tax reduction scheme claims.

This is a fixed term position until 31 March 2026 and is suitable for flexible, hybrid or home working.

For more information please contact Laura Coles, Financial Support Manager on 01562 732616 or email laura.coles@wyreforestdc.gov.uk

To apply, please visit our advert page on the WM Jobs website

Additional Information:
We invite applicants from individuals across the UK to join our dynamic team as this role supports hybrid working .
Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory clearance of a basic disclosure check (Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS)) under the Police Act 1997.  Such checks are required for any post holder who will require access to systems containing sensitive data.  You are required to notify the HR Team if you are subsequently arrested, or are being investigated.

Wyre Forest District Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer