17 homeless officer jobs found

Job Title: Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer Location: South East London Pay Rate: £30 per hour (umbrella) Contract: Temporary (ongoing) We are currently seeking an experienced Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer to join a busy Housing Solutions service in South East London. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive officer with strong case management and tenancy sustainment experience to support vulnerable residents and prevent homelessness within the community. Key Responsibilities Provide early-intervention, outreach, and home-visiting support to residents at risk of homelessness. Carry out robust assessments in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017). Develop Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) and implement effective prevention strategies. Engage with landlords, support providers, and partner agencies to sustain tenancies and resolve housing issues. Manage a caseload of complex clients, maintaining accurate records and...

My Client are Looking for an experienced Homeless Prevention Officer to join the team on an interim basis, the role will be split between Triage cover and Housing Casework. This role requires a great knowledge of HRA and Part VII of the Housing Act, they are looking for someone to come into the Surrey office at least 2 times per week and ideally having used Locata previously, although this is not essential. If you're keen please get in touch by applying or on email Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law

JOB TITLE: Supported Housing Officer (Homeless/Vulnerable clients) LOCATION: Dover, Kent SALARY: £12.50ph to £13.50ph TERM: 1 month minimum HOURS: 37.5hrs, Monday to Friday (Early & Late shifts) START: Immediately Office Angels are proud to be working with this homelessness service provider in recruiting a Homeless Support Officer. You will be based within one of their Supported Housing units based in Dover, supporting vulnerable clients, providing a invaluable service. This is a temporary role starting immediately for a minimum of 1 month so the perfect role to earn some money before Christmas as you would be paid weekly. There is also the possibility of further opportunities as this is a large employer across the South East. The day to day duties in your new job could be: To provide strength-based support to single people that are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Carrying a mixed caseload of clients and supporting them within supported accommodation. Working with...

Housing Support worker * FEMALE ONLY * Housing provider in Supported Living * £17.39 Umbrella * Shropshire * 28 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 five-month interim contract. * This is a part-time vacancy; 28 hours a week. * Working pattern is Tuesday – 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 and...

Floating Housing Support Worker * Homelessness * Housing provider in Supported Living * Harlow * £18.06ph Umbrella * Interim vacancy Are you passionate about helping others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Social Housing? 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 post is of a Floating Housing Support Worker. * This is an an interim vacancy for initially 3 - 5 months. * Full-time role, 35 hours per week. * Candidate will be supporting young people between the ages of 18 to 21 leaving care, or from breaking down family relationship. * Shift pattern: 8am - 4pm or 12pm - 8pm. 1 weekend in 4 with Thursday and Friday off of the week before. * Pay rate for this job role is £14.06 per hour on PAYE OR £18.06 Umbrella....

Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and making a tangible difference in people's lives? Do you believe in delivering housing services with empathy, integrity, and a focus on the individual? We're looking for a committed and experienced Inquiries and Decisions Officer to join a local authority in North London, supporting vulnerable residents with housing solutions that put compassion and customer care first. As an Inquiries and Decisions Officer, you will be at the heart of the homelessness prevention agenda, delivering clear, lawful, and empathetic decisions under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Your role will involve managing and progressing applications-particularly those in existing backlog-by carrying out detailed assessments, making legally sound decisions, and ensuring every applicant feels supported and informed throughout the process. You will take a trauma-informed approach to your work, recognising the impact of trauma and adversity on individuals...

Connect2Luton are recruiting for Housing Solutions Officers for an ongoing temporary positions for Luton Borough Council. As a Housing Solution Officer you will be delivering an efficient, high quality professional service to all users on housing and homelessness related matters. The main focus will be on preventing homelessness whilst ensuring that care and support needs are met. You will also be investigating clients circumstances and raising awareness and delivering training on homelessness, as well as collaboratively working with internal and external partners. This is an office based role, you will be working in various central Luton site. About the role: To determine duties owed towards potentially homeless applicants under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 To work proactively as part of a front line team to provide support to households at risk of homelessness and at the earliest opportunity Manage a caseload and undertake all appropriate investigations necessary to...

Housing (Homelessness) Triage/First contact Officer Office based – 36 Hours per week (flexibility for hybrid working considered once role established) To provide an effective triage and duty service and conduct a pre assessment/filtering service by telephone or face to face interviews to provide advice and assistance for those in housing need or are threatened with homelessness or are homeless in accordance with the Homelessness Act 2017. Duties Interview and assess homeless on the day approaches in person. Make preliminary investigations ensuring customer provides evidence and documentation at the earliest opportunity. Provide comprehensive advice on a full range of options to solve their housing problem including tenancy rights, housing, and welfare benefits. Makes initial enquiries into reason to believe client is eligible and homeless. Filters and contacts online housing options form and conducts preliminary enquiries, providing advice and assistance to prevent homelessness...

Job Title: Homelessness Prevention and Solutions Officer Location: Twickenham, Hybrid working once training completed Hourly rate £20.76 PAYE / £27.50 UMB Per Hour Contract Length: 3-month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 36 hours ASAP Start Role overview: To provide comprehensive advice and information covering a range of housing issues including: * Housing and tenancy rights in both the private and social rented sectors, and for homeowners * Financial advice including welfare benefits, maximising income, and tackling debt * Housing options including private rented sector, housing register, specialist accommodation such as refuges, low-cost home ownership * The Council's statutory duties under the homelessness legislation 2. To triage homeless applications made to the Council, assessing priority for further action, and making appointments for an assessment of housing need as necessary. 3. To assess the housing and...

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. 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 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: In-depth knowledge of Part 7 of the Housing Act...

Description Our local government clients in Haringey, Greater London, require a Housing Registration Officer to maintain the housing register and to provide housing applicants with an efficient & transparent assessment service, ensuring that all applications are assessed in line with policies and procedures and comply with relevant housing legislation. Your key responsibilities will include: To be responsible for carrying out project work, reviewing and updating household information on the older persons' housing register, and undertaking assessments of individuals applying for older persons' housing, including collating information for medical evaluations. Qualification – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. NVQ level 4 or equivalent qualifications, or evidence of demonstrable experience Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM. Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Requirements - Criteria to be...

Description Our local government clients in Ilford, Greater London, require a Housing Solutions Officer to provide an effective, professional homelessness service, including the assessment and investigation of homelessness applications and approaches in line with the statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996, Part 7, and relevant case law. Three days site-based at local hospitals and mental health facilities. Your key responsibilities will include: To work with customers to develop, update and review Personalised Housing Plans for customers, considering the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and working with customers to implement these plans to ensure that homelessness is prevented or relieved through active interventions and pursuit of effective housing options. Qualification – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. NVQ level 4; HND; BTEC Professional; and equivalent qualifications, or evidence of demonstrable application during...

Domestic Violence Support worker * Housing provider in Supported Living * £17.39 Umbrella * Shropshire * 28 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 Domestic Violence Support worker; this is initially a five-month interim contract. * This is a part-time vacancy; 28 hours a week. * Working pattern is Tuesday – 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 and...

Position: Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer Location: Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT Employer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of London Borough of Harrow) Contract: Temporary - 6 months, possible extension Working Pattern: Hybrid working Pay Rate: £22.59 per hour PAYE Pertemps Recruitment, in partnership with the London Borough of Harrow, is seeking a proactive Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer to join the Housing Services team. Key Responsibilities: Provide housing advice via rota duties, interviews, duty line, and electronic enquiries. Deliver tailored support to homeless clients, assessing housing/financial needs and tenancy sustainability. Manage caseloads, conduct statutory assessments under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and meet deadlines. Build supportive relationships to empower clients towards independent housing solutions. Create and maintain Personal Housing Plans (PHPs), ensuring timely updates and council actions. Guide...

Description About the Role: This is a pivotal position within our Housing Options Service, with an immediate start, responsible for developing, procuring, and managing our temporary accommodation portfolio. You will ensure a sufficient supply, efficient allocation, and robust management of accommodation to prevent and relieve homelessness, strictly in line with statutory requirements and best practice. This role is crucial in guiding the housing management and income recovery functions during significant changes. This includes leading on temporary accommodation strategy and income collection performance, while embedding responses to legislative reform, ombudsman standards, and judicial scrutiny. As Operations Manager, you will lead and develop a high-performing team, set ambitious objectives, and drive continuous improvement. You will be accountable for financial performance, strategic improvement, and the delivery of outstanding customer service standards. The role also involves...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker -Homeless 16/17 Team within the Social Care industry in Hertfordshire.   Responsibilities include: To undertake structured assessments and provide intensive support to children and young people identified as having additional and complex needs and who are deemed vulnerable and at risk of homelessness. To work in partnership with a wide range of key organisations and individuals including housing and local services to ensure young people receive appropriate and effective services, , in line with the Joint Housing Protocol (JHP) To work flexibly across the County to meet the needs of young people, To maintain accurate, comprehensive case management information using specified electronic database and complying with deadlines and statutory standards and requirements. To manage and be accountable with supervision and support for your own social work practice.    The team: Small team covering all of Herts supporting 16/17 year old...

We're recruiting an experienced and motivated Housing Options Advisor to join a proactive Housing Solutions team delivering essential frontline homelessness services within a busy local authority. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, casework management, and housing advice to make an immediate impact supporting vulnerable households and preventing homelessness across the borough. You'll play a key role in assessing housing needs, providing homelessness advice, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996. Working within a fast-paced environment, you'll manage a diverse caseload, make statutory decisions, and work collaboratively with internal teams, landlords, and partner agencies to secure sustainable housing outcomes. The role will require the successful candidate to work in the council offices 4 days per week as part of a fully on-site team. The Role ·Provide housing...