14 homeless officer jobs found

About The role The key purpose of this role is to conduct occupancy inspections of temporary accommodations provided by the Councils for homeless households. In addition, you will be performing checks, this role will manage the innovative inspection TA checker being developed by the Council. Your responsibilities include liaising with landlords to ensure compliance with their obligations, including standards of repairs and maintenance. The position requires an organised individual who can communicate effectively, conduct inspections at multiple sites. We want people who thrive on providing excellent services to homeless households and act as a contact point for accommodation providers working with the Council. Additional duties include addressing any repair issues, assessing accommodation suitability under the 1996 Housing Act (as amended), responding to safeguarding concerns, overseeing legal matters related to occupancy and handling unauthorised occupants. For this role, you...

We are looking for a dedicated and customer-focused Housing Options Officer to join our Housing Services team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families facing housing difficulties. As a Housing Options Officer, you will provide advice, guidance, and support to people who are homeless, threatened with homelessness, or in housing need. You will assess applications, develop personalised housing plans, and work closely with partners to help customers secure and sustain suitable accommodation. Key Responsibilities Assess housing applications and homelessness cases in accordance with relevant legislation and local policies. Provide comprehensive housing advice and homelessness prevention support. Develop and implement Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) with customers. Conduct interviews and needs assessments to identify housing solutions. Negotiate with landlords, housing providers, and support agencies to prevent homelessness...

Adecco are recruiting for an experienced Housing Needs Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service within a South London local authority. This role focuses on rough sleepers and individuals at risk of rough sleeping, combining statutory housing duties with proactive outreach and intensive casework. You will play a key role in assessing, preventing, and relieving homelessness, delivering a person-centred service in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and supporting vulnerable individuals into sustainable accommodation and long-term independence. Housing Needs Officer - Rough Sleepers Public Sector - Local Authority - Croydon Council Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Grade 9 - £22.41 per hour PAYE / £29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office, remainder at home Temporary Role - 3 months with likely extension IT equipment provided ASAP Start Key Responsibilities Casework & Assessments Manage a caseload of rough...

Housing Resolutions Officer Brent   £28.19ph Full time – Hybrid To visit households in temporary accommodation to provide them with advice and guidance on the full range of housing options available to them and manage their expectations, taking into account their needs and aspirations, their priority on the Housing Register and ability to sustain other options, including intermediate housing options and private rented accommodation. To work with the Social Housing Assessment and Lettings team to monitor biding activity across households in temporary accommodation and offer support to those households who require assistance, in order to help them make informed choices about their future housing. To signpost/refer households in temporary accommodation to other agencies as required, including employment and training providers, supported housing services, children’s services or adult care. To assist homeless households in temporary accommodation deal with the effects of the...

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...

Vivid's client in the East Midlands is currently looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer for a minimum of 6 months. - Housing Options Officer - East Midlands - 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 solutionsTo 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 of The Housing Act. Knowledge and experience of directly applying homelessness legislation in a...

Rate: £28-32ph Working Hours: 37 hours p/w Flexibility: x2 days in office, 3 WFH Our Local Authority client based in The East Midlands are urgently looking to take on a homelessness officer to join their housing options service. Your day to day duties will include: • Interviewing and advising homeless people in relation to all available housing opportunities • Providing advice regarding their rights and responsibilities • Give appropriate assistance to such customers in accordance with the Council's statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996 Section 190 and Section 192 • Refer homeless people to suitable available housing options speedily and efficiently • Providing long term solutions and up keeping customer relations Essential Skills • Previous Housing Options Experience • Knowledge of the Housing Act • Customer Focused • Experience working with the Locata System If you are interested in applying for this role get in touch with Luca Chohan on (phone number removed)...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Benefits Officer to support a busy Local Authority Revenues & Benefits team. You will be responsible for the accurate assessment and processing of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims, ensuring compliance with current legislation and delivering a high-quality service to residents. This is a fully remote position with an immediate start available. 📌 Key Responsibilities * Assess and process claims for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction * Administer Discretionary Financial Support schemes, including Homeless Prevention Grants * Ensure all work is completed in line with relevant legislation and local policies * Maintain accurate records and case notes on the system * Calculate entitlements and verify supporting documentation * Handle customer queries across multiple channels (phone, email, written correspondence) * Work to performance targets and turnaround times ✅ Requirements * Minimum...

Ashberry recruitment are currently seeking for an experienced Female support worker in the housing sector, to work as part of a wonderful team at a Service in Sheffield which provide daily support and supported accommodation to female individuals suffering from homelessness, substance misuse and mental health issues. This is a permanent post and the successful candidate will be required to work full time 40 hours per week. This post involves some weekend working. ABOUT THE JOB & SERVICE This Service is ran by a well established housing organisation and charity, who for years have provided housing support, advice and supported accommodation to vulnerable individuals across the UK. As a support worker for this service, the successful candidate will be expected to: - Facilitate client meetings and other client participation methods. - Conduct regular client support plan reviews, completing and updating individual support plans. - Work with clients to achieve their identified goals...

Do you have a passion for business, and want to share your knowledge with others? Are you an unhappy business teacher looking for a fresh challenge? At Academics, we are aware that you may have experienced a disappointed service from other education recruitment agencies. However, we offer a personal and holistic experience to recruitment. As Leah (Google review) states you are important to us: "You feel like you're actually valued rather than being just another nameless face to fill a void." For this excellent opportunity, you need to be passionate and knowledgeable about business studies. This is ideal for both NQT and experienced teachers looking for a fresh challenge. These Cardiff based business teacher positions are full time and will last until the end of the 2026/27 academic year. However, these schools are eager to offer permanent contracts to the 'right' teachers. In these roles, you will be expected to teach a variety of business areas as business practice and...

Sales Consultant Location: Kemble Drive SN2, United Kingdom Salary: £12 - £13 per hour Vacancy Type: Part Time (8-40 hours), Fixed Term Contract About the role About us: We are excited to be opening a brand-new pop-up store in Swindon, launching in August 2026, bringing together a fresh team of Crocodiles for a unique 12‑month journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new adventure from day one, shaping the customer experience, building a strong team culture, and making a real impact in a fast-paced retail environment. At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, with the crocodile as its iconic rallying signature. Present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste is a globally recognised French brand known for its distinctive expertise - from product creation to omnichannel retail. At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style - it influences everything we do, including...

Store Supervisor Location: Kemble Drive SN2, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive Vacancy Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract About the role About us: We are excited to be opening a brand-new pop-up store in Swindon, launching in August 2026, bringing together a fresh team of Crocodiles for a unique 12‑month journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new adventure from day one, shaping the customer experience, building a strong team culture, and making a real impact in a fast-paced retail environment. At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, with the crocodile as its iconic rallying signature. Present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste is a globally recognised French brand known for its distinctive expertise - from product creation to omnichannel retail. At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style - it influences everything we do, including our social and...

We are currently looking for an experienced Housing Options Advisor to join a busy Housing Services team. The role will focus on interviewing and assessing homeless applicants, preventing homelessness through effective housing options and determining statutory duties under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of homelessness and prevention cases, provide statutory housing advice and explore suitable housing options for customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The role requires office attendance three days per week. The Role ·Interviewing and assessing people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. ·Preventing homelessness by identifying and promoting suitable housing options. ·Determining whether applicants are owed a statutory duty under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. ·Managing a caseload of homelessness prevention and housing options cases. ·Investigating eligibility, homelessness, priority need,...

Our client, a well-established organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness and social exclusion, is looking to recruit a dedicated Complex Needs Homeless Support Worker to join their passionate team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to empowering vulnerable adults with multiple and complex needs to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. The Role As a Complex Needs Homeless Support Worker, you will work directly with individuals who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness and who may face challenges including mental ill-health, substance misuse, offending behaviour, physical health issues, and trauma. Using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, you will provide practical and emotional support while helping clients access the services they need to move towards stable accommodation and independent living. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of clients with complex and multiple...