East Lothian Council is looking for a Housing Assistant. It’s a permanent, full or part-time post based in Haddington, with hybrid working, paying £27,665 to £29,746 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Council housing teams help people find and keep a safe home. Depending on the service, the work can cover homelessness prevention, allocations and lettings, tenancy and estate management, temporary accommodation and working with private landlords, often supporting households at difficult moments in their lives.
About East Lothian Council
East Lothian Council is the local authority for the coast and countryside east of Edinburgh, serving Musselburgh, Tranent, Prestonpans, Haddington, North Berwick and Dunbar. Based at John Muir House in Haddington, it runs local services including schools, housing, roads, waste and planning.
What’s on offer
- Hybrid working
- Flexi time
How to apply
You apply directly with East Lothian Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on East Lothian Council’s website.
