But Housing or Business Management may help. In-service study for the Institute of Housing qualification is encouraged. Experience Pre-entry experience is desirable For entry to formal training schemes some experience of housing work may be required. Good interpersonal and organisational skills are needed. Local Authority equal opportunities criteria apply.
Entry is occasionally difficult with housing associations and easier with local authorities.
Competition Reduction in local government budgets has made entry difficult. Trainees should be prepared to study for a relevant housing qualification. Tips for entry Contact a relevant voluntary organisation to arrange a period of work experience. Vacancies are advertised as they occur rather than in advance. Housing and Property Management Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies sometimes handle vacancies.