149 housing options officer jobs found

Housing Solutions Officer Maldon District Council | £30ph Umbrella | 3-Month Contract | 2 Days On Site Vivid Resourcing are supporting Maldon District Council to recruit an experienced Housing Solutions Officer to join their frontline Housing Options team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a homelessness professional who is confident managing complex cases and delivering prevention and relief duties in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Maldon offers the best of both worlds — a beautiful coastal district with easy access to London — making this a great location for work-life balance. The role will involve: * Carrying out detailed housing assessments and making lawful decisions * Creating and reviewing Personalised Housing Plans * Providing housing options advice across PRS, supported housing and tenancy sustainment * Working closely with internal teams and external partners to secure solutions *...

Housing Options Officer Remote Working with occasional travel to head office Temporary, 3-6 Months £30-32 Umbrella An experienced Housing Options candidate is required on a temporary basis, to join a team of Housing Needs professionals to carry out the function of triage and casework, making decisions on homeless cases to reduce backlogs and waiting times for applications to be assessed . Duties of the Housing Options Officer include: To investigate, assess, assist and advise customers on their housing options To work with clients to prevent homelessness Assisting clients to keep their existing accommodation or to get alternative accommodation Provide tenancy, rights to occupation, welfare and benefits advice to clients Ensure that potential safeguarding issues involving both adults and children are identified and appropriate actions are takenThe ideal Housing Options Officer will have: Experience with Section 184 decisions In depth knowledge of Part 7 of the Housing Act...

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Options Officer for a Local Authority Client in Berkshire. In this role you will provide housing advice, prevent homelessness, and support the delivery of affordable housing outcomes by working with residents, partners, and legal teams. Duties: Provide housing advice and assess homelessness applications to prevent and relieve homelessness Manage a caseload and make decisions on temporary accommodation placements Investigate landlord and tenant disputes, including illegal eviction and harassment cases Support affordable housing delivery through S106 agreements, working with legal and internal teams Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience working in Housing Options, Housing Needs, or Local Authority Lettings environments Handling complex and sensitive cases, including vulnerable or stressed customers Knowledge of housing law, homelessness legislation, and...

Housing Options Officer: Worcestershire £29 per hour | 3‑Month Contract (Potential to Extend) Local Authority A Local Authority in Worcestershire is seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join its front line Housing Solutions service. This role focuses on delivering homelessness prevention, completing statutory assessments, and supporting households living in temporary accommodation to secure long‑term, sustainable housing. Role Overview Conduct homelessness assessments, triage appointments, and statutory duty interviews Complete Section 184 decisions in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act (HRA 2017) Develop, monitor, and update Personalised Housing Plans to ensure cases progress within required time frames Identify suitable PRS opportunities, negotiate affordable rents, and engage landlords Collaborate with Allocations, Temporary Accommodation, and Prevention teams to progress cases effectively Maintain accurate, compliant case notes using Locata or...

Vivid's client in the North West is currently looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer for a minimum of 6 months with the option to be extended for a further 6 months depending on experience. - Housing Options Officer - North West - 6 months - £25 - 30 per hour - Start ASAP You will be part of a small but dedicated team responsible for the delivery of a busy housing options service responsible for: * Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given sound housing advice * Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finds suitable alternative housing * Carrying out interviews with clients are risk of homelessness and offering alternative housing solutions To be considered for this role candidates should have: * A strong knowledge of and understanding of Homelessness Prevention and The Housing Act, in particular parts 6 and 7 of the Act. * The ability to resolve Homelessness issues using said knowledge...

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Housing Options Officer to provide high-quality housing advice and homelessness prevention services. You will work with individuals and families at risk of homelessness, offering early intervention, tailored housing options, and practical solutions to help people secure and sustain suitable accommodation. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive housing advice in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Carry out homelessness assessments and develop Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) Prevent and relieve homelessness through early intervention and case management Make statutory decisions and issue notifications in accordance with legislation Work with landlords, housing providers, and partner agencies to secure accommodation Manage a caseload effectively, maintaining accurate case records Support vulnerable customers, safeguarding adults and children where required Attend court as required,...

We are seeking a committed and forward‑thinking Development and Regeneration Officer to join our busy and dynamic team. This role plays an important part in shaping growth, supporting regeneration priorities, and helping deliver well‑designed, sustainable development across the local area. You will work closely with colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders to support a wide range of projects that contribute to economic growth, place‑making and community improvement. The area offers a great balance of convenience and lifestyle, with easy access to shops and cafés There are plenty of green spaces and parks nearby for relaxing walks or a quiet break during the day, along with a good choice of restaurants, pubs and local eateries to enjoy after work. Public transport links make commuting simple, and the surrounding neighbourhood provides additional leisure options such as gyms, cinemas and community spaces giving you both the practical and social benefits of a well‑connected...

Looking for your next Housing Options contract? An Essex-based local authority is looking for a Housing Solutions Officer to join their team for a 3-month contract. This role will focus on delivering high-quality frontline homelessness services and progressing cases efficiently. What you'll be doing: Assessing homelessness applications and determining duties under housing legislation Issuing legally robust S184 decisions Progressing prevention and relief cases in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act Creating practical, outcome-focused Personalised Housing PlansWhat you'll need: Demonstrable local authority experience within Housing Options Strong understanding of statutory homelessness duties and decision-making Able to attend the office 2 days a weekIf you're ready to step into a busy team and make an immediate impact, please send your CV to (url removed)

Housing Support Officer – Temporary Accommodation 📍 Aylesbury 💰 £20 per hour 📅 3-Month Contract We are currently recruiting for up to Housing Support Officers to support a specialist Temporary Accommodation scheme based in Aylesbury on a 3-month contract. This role will oversee a 42-bed temporary accommodation scheme, providing short-term placements (up to 83 nights) for individuals with complex support needs, including: * Domestic Abuse * Substance Misuse * Mental Health * Multiple and complex vulnerabilities The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day support and coordination of residents within the scheme, ensuring appropriate safeguarding, support planning, and move-on arrangements are in place. Key responsibilities include: * Managing a 42-bed TA scheme and monitoring occupancy levels * Supporting residents with complex and multiple needs * Working closely with housing options teams and external...

We're currently recruiting a Lead Professional Officer for one of our London clients, working in the public sector. Please see below some of the duties and responsibilities of the role: * Lead Professionals is one of the teams responsible for the provision of the statutory homeless service at London Borough Council Tower Hamlets. For the majority of homeless clients, it is the first point of contact for those approaching the Housing Options Service. * To conduct housing options interviews with customers focussing on assessing housing needs, preventing homelessness and giving good quality advice on the housing choices available so that customers can make informed decisions. * To negotiate and mediate with landlords, parents and other accommodation providers to prevent homelessness and provide practical assistance to help customers remain in their accommodation. * To provide the above through a detailed knowledge of housing legislation and case...

Duties will include; To continue developing pathway plans with young people and other relevant professional staff and to review such plans as appropriate in line with the Leaving Care Act 2000 To attend Social Services Department Planning and Review Meetings, as appropriate. To take responsibility for a given caseload of young people and to assist other young people who may not be allocated. To work with such young people in a young persons centred fashion, involving them at all times in planning and decision making, and seeking at all times to maximise each young persons potential. To ensure individual young people are fully informed and consulted about the service available to them, and that they are empowered and able to complain about the service if they so wish to. To work with young people across a range of Leaving Care issues: Accessing and maintaining the most suitable housing options. Maximising young peoples income by assisting them to access both the State Benefit and...

Our client in Hertfordshire is seeking an officer to support the improvement of housing conditions in the private sector, including the enforcement of housing standards, the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), bringing empty homes back into use, and administering Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). * Full time hours - Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days on site) * Contract: Initial 3 months (rolling) * £35 - £45 Per Hour (DOE) Duties ·Investigate housing condition complaints in the private rented sector, carrying out inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) ·Enforce housing legislation including the Housing Act 2004, preparing and serving notices, prohibition orders, and taking legal action where necessary. ·Assess and process Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) applications, including carrying out preliminary inspections, liaising with Occupational Therapists, and overseeing the delivery of necessary adaptations. ·Support the...

Housing Support worker * FEMALE ONLY * Housing provider in Supported Living * £17.39 Umbrella * Shropshire * 35 hours per week Are you passionate about helping others? Client snapshot: An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client, an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief: * The vacancy is that of a Housing Support worker; this is initially a two to three-month interim contract. * This is a part-time vacancy; 35 hours a week. * Working pattern is Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm. * Pay rate for this role is £13.50 per hour on PAYE OR £17.39 Umbrella. * The vacancy will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check covering child and adult workforce. * Candidate will need a full UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle. * Based on site, in Shrewsbury SY2 * Supporting victims of domestic abuse...

Housing Officer Local Authority - East Midlands (City-Based) A large local authority based in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Housing Officer to join a busy and well-established housing service. This is a varied, office-based role providing high-quality housing advice, tenancy and estate management support to tenants, leaseholders and applicants. The post plays a key role in helping residents access and sustain safe, decent and affordable homes, ensuring services are delivered in line with legislation, policy and best practice. Please note: This is not a Housing Patch Manager role. There is no site-based or community patch management involved. The role is focused on administrative duties and direct customer contact. Assignment Details Contract Length: Initial 10-month assignment Pay Rate: £17.99 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Office-based role with a minimum of three days per week in the office Up to two days...

4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Housing Options Advisor to work for our client based in North Northamptonshire. The post holder will be expected to work on-site 4 days per week at the client’s offices, located in Kettering or Wellingborough, so please only apply if you are able to meet the clients requirements.  As a Housing Options Advisor you will support the team in reducing backlogs and waiting times for homeless applications. The role involves triaging cases and conducting casework, making informed decisions on homelessness applications. You will play a key role in providing advice, assessing housing needs, and helping applicants navigate their housing options. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Manage the triage process for homeless applications. Make decisions on cases in line with housing legislation. Provide advice and guidance on housing options to applicants. Work with internal teams and external agencies to resolve homelessness cases. ESSENTIAL...

Interim Temporary Accommodation (TA) Housing Officer – Key Requirements • Strong negotiation skills to secure improved TA rates with housing suppliers and to support step-down conversations with households. • Experience working in local government housing or related homelessness/TA services, with a clear understanding of TA pressures faced by LAs. • Proven ability to conduct case reviews, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and progress step-down pathways. • Ability to actively source and progress Private Rented Sector (PRS) options as part of planned move-on from TA. • Experience supporting resettlement and PRS move-on, including working with households to overcome barriers and engaging with landlords and agents. • Comfortable working to weekly targets, with a sharp focus on the top 100 highest-cost cases followed by subsequent cohorts. • Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum without close supervision. • Agile and...

Interim Senior Temporary Accommodation (TA) Housing Officer – Key Requirements • Strong negotiation skills to secure improved TA rates with housing suppliers and to support step-down conversations with households. • Experience working in local government housing or related homelessness/TA services, with a clear understanding of TA pressures faced by LAs. • Proven ability to conduct case reviews, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and progress step-down pathways. • Experience supporting resettlement and PRS move-on, including working with households to overcome barriers and engaging with landlords and agents. • Ability to actively source and progress Private Rented Sector (PRS) options as part of planned move-on from TA. • Comfortable working to weekly targets, with a sharp focus on the top 100 highest-cost cases followed by subsequent cohorts. • Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum without close supervision. • Agile...

Are you a mathematics teacher who thrives in a supportive and team-oriented environment? Are you a passionate mathematics teacher who wants to inspire the next generation to pursue a career in the subject? Are you a NQT looking for your first role? At Academics (agency), we are dedicated to finding long-term placements within schools that foster a dynamic and supportive learning environment where students thrive academically and personally. We are looking for passionate, committed and skilled mathematics teachers for Cardiff schools from February 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who are enthusiastic about inspiring students and contributing to their academic success in mathematics. Also, a brilliant opportunity for a NQT. Within this role, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons that promote the understanding and enjoyment of mathematics. You will teach a range of students from Key Stage 3 - Key Stage 5. Our role will also involve developing...

About the role: Help drive excellent attendance and punctuality across a well-run secondary school. You will combine data-led routines with compassionate family liaison to remove barriers to learning. Key Responsibilities: Monitor daily attendance, lateness and patterns using the school MIS Make first-day calls, home visits (with a colleague) and coordinate reintegration plans Produce weekly reports for Heads of Year and SLT with clear actions Work restoratively with students to set achievable attendance goals Requirements: School attendance/welfare or similar community experience Confident with MIS (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom) and Excel Clear, professional communication with students and families Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (training provided) What We Offer: CPD via our partnership with the National College Supportive leadership and clear systems A chance to make a measurable impact in a secondary setting Apply: Send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number...

Do you want a job helping to highlight the huge benefits great transport can offer in one of the most ambitious, exciting and high-profile regions of the UK? Greater Manchester is currently rolling out the Bee Network - a joined-up public transport system bringing together buses, trams, walking, wheeling and cycling. It’s accessible, affordable and easy to use, and is already delivering major benefits for our communities. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is looking for a Senior Communications Officer who can help to shape and deliver high-impact communications shining a spotlight on our ambitious plans, what we have delivered so far and the next step on our journey. Following on from the integration of all Greater Manchester bus services into the Bee Network, which are now controlled locally, Bee Network rail will be introduced in phases. The first two lines will jointhe Bee Network from 13 December 2026, and will see contactless ‘tap in, tap out' ticketing rolled out...