9 homelessness prevention officer jobs found

4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join a busy Housing Advice & Prevention team in Aylesbury.  This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced homelessness professional with a strong understanding of statutory homelessness legislation and a passion for preventing homelessness and supporting vulnerable households. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE You will manage a varied caseload, delivering high-quality housing advice and carrying out statutory homelessness duties under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. The role includes a duty rota (typically 1–2 days per week), where you will undertake housing assessments for customers presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness. On non-duty days deliver homelessness prevention interventions by negotiating with landlords, family members, and friends to prevent homelessness, securing financial assistance to clear rent arrears where appropriate,...

4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer  to work in the Housing Advice & Prevention team for a council based in Aylesbury. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To provide a statutory homelessness and housing advice service in relation to preventing homelessness and statutory homelessness assessments. Also, to assist senior officers and managers. (This involves fulfilling statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017) including actions to prevent homelessness, the preparation and publication of personalised Homelessness Prevention Plans). To deliver an efficient, front-line service in line with the Council’s vision, core values and behaviours, resources, strategic and service priorities and to deliver services in a professional and courteous manner. To deliver a comprehensive, customer focussed and high-quality service in relation to housing options and homelessness prevention tailored for a diverse...

Homelessness Prevention Officer Borehamwood (2 days onsite) £25 per hour 6-month contract Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're partnering with a well-established local authority in Hertfordshire to recruit an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join a dedicated Housing team focused on proactive, person-centred solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in preventing and relieving homelessness, working at the heart of a service that supports vulnerable residents at critical moments. The Role As a Homelessness Prevention Officer, you will manage a varied caseload of individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness within 56 days. You'll take a proactive, solutions-focused approach, helping to sustain accommodation wherever possible. Key responsibilities include: Delivering specialist housing advice in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Creating and reviewing Personalised...

Homelessness Prevention Officer - Hertfordshire 6-month contract | £28 per hour (Umbrella) | Inside IR35 A Hertfordshire local authority is seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join their Housing Options team on a 6-month interim basis. This is a key frontline role supporting residents at risk of homelessness, ensuring timely, legally compliant interventions in line with statutory duties. You will play a central role in delivering an effective homelessness prevention service, providing comprehensive housing advice across both the private and public sectors. Working within the framework of current homelessness legislation and statutory guidance, you will manage a varied caseload, undertake detailed investigations into homelessness applications, and make informed decisions where prevention or relief is not possible. A core part of the role will involve early identification of households at risk, proactively engaging with service users and partner agencies...

Private Rented Sector Officer Surrey Local Authority £40-£45 per hour (Umbrella) Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Private Rented Sector Officer or Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next Local Authority contract? A Surrey Local Authority is looking to recruit a proactive and relationship-focused Private Rented Sector Officer to join its Housing team on an initial six-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in reducing the use of temporary accommodation by securing sustainable housing solutions for households at risk of homelessness. The Role As a Private Rented Sector Officer, you'll work at the forefront of the Council's homelessness prevention service, sourcing suitable accommodation within the private rented sector and building strong partnerships with landlords and letting agents. You'll be responsible for identifying new accommodation opportunities, negotiating tenancy arrangements and helping...

We are currently looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a busy Private Sector Housing team. This Private Sector Housing Officer role will focus on improving housing standards, enforcing private sector housing legislation and delivering statutory housing functions across the private rented sector. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload covering housing conditions, HMO standards, enforcement, disabled facilities grants and housing assistance. This Private Sector Housing Officer position would suit someone with strong experience within private sector housing enforcement and housing standards. The Role - Investigating complaints relating to private sector housing conditions and housing standards. - Carrying out inspections under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). - Using statutory enforcement powers to improve housing conditions in line with council policy. - Investigating illegal eviction,...

Domestic Abuse Intervention Officer Hackney, London £24.96 PAYE / £33.64 Umbrella ASAP Start Locum Contract Connect2Hackney are recruiting for an experienced Domestic Abuse Intervention Officer to join the Domestic Abuse Intervention Service within Hackney Council on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering Hackney's innovative and holistic domestic abuse intervention model, supporting victims of domestic abuse while working collaboratively with partners to reduce harm and improve outcomes across the borough. The Role As a Domestic Abuse Intervention Officer, you will manage a complex caseload, undertaking proactive interventions to reduce risk, safeguard victims, and promote long-term safety. You will work closely with victims, families, partner agencies and, where appropriate, perpetrators to deliver effective risk management and support plans. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of risk, need and...

Tenancy Sustainment & Floating Support worker * Supported Housing Provider * Crewe, Cheshire East * £14.00 PAYE or £18.01 Umbrella * Temp to Perm Are you passionate about helping people maintain their independence and sustain their tenancies? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity within Supported Housing? Client Snapshot: An excellent opportunity has become available with an established housing provider that delivers supported housing and tenancy sustainment services across Cheshire East. The organisation supports vulnerable individuals to maintain stable accommodation, develop independent living skills, and achieve positive outcomes within their communities. Vacancy Brief: * The role is for a Tenancy Sustainment & Floating Support Officer. * This is a temporary vacancy for approximately 3–5 months with the potential to become permanent. * The role covers Crewe CW1, Nantwich, Sandbach and Middlewich with one day in the office, based in Stoke...

Marks Consulting Partners are recruiting a Homeless Prevention Manager to join one of our Local Authority clients in Sussex on a temporary basis. What you'll be doing: * Leading day-to-day operational delivery of the Housing Advice and Homelessness Prevention Service * Ensuring the Council's statutory homelessness duties are met in line with current legislation * Providing leadership and oversight on complex homelessness and housing options cases * Supporting legal challenges including Judicial Reviews and Section 204 appeals * Driving a prevention-focused approach; identifying innovative and cost-effective solutions for residents * Managing Duty to Refer referrals and ensuring timely interventions are delivered * Building partnerships with Housing Associations, landlords and partner agencies * Representing the service at multi-agency meetings including MARAC and MAPPA panels * Managing, coaching and developing Housing Options Officers What you'll need: *...