Housing
Helping housing organisations build teams that support communities and keep projects moving.
A dedicated Housing & Social Care team within Dovetail & Slate, with its own consultants, candidate network and compliance standards.
Housing recruitment
At Dovetail & Slate, we know the housing sector isn't just about bricks and mortar, it's about people. It's about creating safe, stable homes and supporting the communities that thrive within them.
We're proud to partner with housing associations, local authorities and social housing providers across the UK, connecting them with professionals who share their commitment to quality housing and community wellbeing. From frontline housing officers to strategic leaders driving regeneration, we find people who don't just fill roles, they make a difference.
Whether you're managing tenancies, leading development projects, or shaping housing policy, we recruit across every level of the housing sector.
We promise, we deliver. It's that simple.
What we recruit
Our housing recruitment services span all functions and levels
Housing Officers, Tenancy Officers, Estate Managers, Neighbourhood Officers, Lettings Officers, Property Inspectors, and Asset Managers.
Repairs Coordinators, Maintenance Supervisors, Facilities Managers, Caretakers, Estates Officers, and Building Services professionals.
Development Managers, Project Managers, Regeneration Officers, Development Officers, Technical Officers, and New Build Coordinators.
Compliance Officers, Health & Safety Advisors, Fire Safety Officers, Building Safety Managers, Governance Officers, and Risk Managers.
Finance Managers, Income Collection Officers, Rent Officers, Financial Accountants, Business Analysts, and Procurement professionals.
Customer Service Advisors, Contact Centre Staff, Resident Liaison Officers, Community Engagement Officers, and Tenancy Support Coordinators.
Supported Housing Officers, Sheltered Housing Managers, Independent Living Coordinators, Tenancy Sustainment Officers, and Homelessness Prevention Officers.
Chief Executives, Executive Directors, Heads of Service, Asset Directors, Development Directors, and other senior leadership positions.
Housing Systems Managers, IT Support, Digital Transformation Officers, Data Analysts, and Business Intelligence professionals.
I've been approached about six or seven different roles over the last month, but I chose to go with Dovetail & Slate because of how quick, responsive and helpful the team was throughout the whole process.
Why us
We understand the unique challenges of housing recruitment
We understand the challenges housing providers face, from compliance pressures to community needs. Our team brings real experience in the housing landscape.
It's not just about skills, it's about commitment, compassion and shared values. We match people who genuinely care about providing quality housing.
Whether it's emergency cover for a housing officer or a strategic director hire, we respond quickly without cutting corners on quality.
Every candidate undergoes comprehensive checks including DBS, right to work verification, references and qualification checks, ensuring compliance and safeguarding.
Transparent pricing with flexible options for temporary, permanent and interim placements. We'll model the most cost-effective approach for you.
From first conversation to successful placement and beyond, we're with you every step. We build relationships, not transactions.
One team, every housing role
Day-to-day cover for a housing officer, a permanent appointment to a repairs team, or an interim director to steer a regeneration programme. Whichever you need, it is the same team, the same process and the same standards.
We recruit temporary, permanent and interim across property management, maintenance and compliance, development and regeneration, income and customer service, supported housing and senior leadership.
We promise, we deliver. It's that simple.
Hear from housing organisations and professionals we've worked with
"We've been delighted with Christopher's appointment. He has slotted neatly into the team, he's always willing to ask questions but once the requirement is clear, is a self starter and runs with a task to completion."
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Helpful guides and insights for the housing sector
Our experienced housing recruitment consultants are here to help
Senior Recruitment Consultant
PJ is the chef-turned-recruiter who always whips up the perfect hires, serving up talented professionals in public sector housing, from Housing Officers, Homelessness & Supported Housing specialists, to Asset Management, Compliance, and Housing Managers.
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Safer recruitment
We're fully committed to safeguarding and protecting vulnerable residents. Our recruitment process is rigorous and compliant with housing sector requirements.
All candidates undergo comprehensive checks including:
Whether you're a housing provider looking for dedicated professionals or someone seeking your next opportunity in the sector, we're here to help.
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