London Borough of Lambeth
Private Sector Enforcement Officer / EHO
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Private Sector Enforcement Officer / EHO
Private Sector Enforcement Officer/EHO
Grade: PO1-PO4 Salary: £43,308 pa - £54,360 pa (including Living Wage starting grade, dependent on qualifications/experience) Contract: Full Time Location: South London
About Us
Located in the vibrant heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is home to over 317,600 residents. Extending from the lively Streatham neighbourhood to iconic landmarks like Waterloo, it is the 9th largest borough in London. Our community celebrates its diversity, with over 130 languages spoken, including home to the Windrush generation, London’s largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
At Lambeth Council, we are committed to bold ambitions through our Lambeth 2030 Plan: ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces like Brockwell Park, cultural gems such as the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions like St Thomas’s Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
Please explore our One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page for further details.
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About the Team
The Private Sector Licensing and Enforcement team provides frontline support to improve housing conditions within the private rented sector, ensuring properties meet licensing standards. The role involves:
- Working closely with private tenants, homeowners, and landlords
- Inspecting, enforcing, educating, and advising to ensure decent housing conditions
- A dynamic, forward-thinking team with opportunities for professional development
About the Role
As a Private Sector Enforcement Officer/EHO, your responsibilities will include:
- Performing Environmental Health functions to fulfil statutory obligations relating to:
- Private Sector Housing Licensing
- Property inspections
- Regulation and enforcement
- Tenant education and advice
- Acting as an Authorised Officer to execute statutory functions, adhering to the current scheme of delegation.
Key Requirements: See full Job Description and Person Specification.
Before Applying
- The team requires that your CV and personal statement clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlisting criteria marked ‘A’ on the person specification.
- Anonymised applications are mandatory—remove personal details before uploading your documentation.
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How to Apply
- Informal discussion: If you’d like to explore the role further, contact Carol Bennett at cbennett4@lambeth.gov.uk.
- Expected recruitments:
- All successful candidates will undergo a Basic Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) (see: Home Office DBS Information).
- A Cifas security check will also be required (see: Cifas).
Recruitment Deadlines
- Advert closes: 11:59 pm, Sunday 2 August 2026
- Lambeth staff benefits available here: Lambeth Staff Benefits
Our Commitments
- Quality services & equal opportunities for all
- Safer recruitment practises implemented
- Proud Stonewall diversity champion
- A Living Wage employer
- Intervueis guaranteed for disabled candidates meeting the job’s minimum criteria
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