95 housing options officer jobs found

My client is currently seeking a Temporary Housing Options Officer to join a local authority in Yorkshire. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with experience in housing options, advice, and assessments to make a real difference in the community. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert housing advice and support to individuals and families in housing need. Carry out comprehensive housing assessments in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and relevant legislation. Offer tailored housing solutions, including temporary accommodation options and referrals to partner agencies. Develop and maintain case files, ensuring that all records are up-to-date and accurate. Assist with homelessness prevention, securing accommodation, and liaising with landlords, housing providers, and other stakeholders. Attend meetings with clients and colleagues, providing updates on progress and offering professional advice on housing-related matters. Essential Skills & Experience:...

A local authority in the Midlands are looking for a Housing Options Officer to undertake Homelessness Prevention & Relief duty. Do you have excellent knowledge of: The current housing & homelessness legislation, HRA 2017 case law & guidance The housing allocation & registration process Landlord & tenant law Working in homelessness prevention within local authoritiesYes? Then you could be ideal for this role! You will be required to go to the office 2 days a week, for a rate of £29-£30 p/h. Ideally, they require that you have a full driving licence (with access to a car) but please let me know if you are interested either way! Give me a call on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed) with your CV. If you live in the East Anglia & Midlands region and have experience in the Housing/Homeless sector within a Local Authority, please reach out as I am working on several other brilliant positions that may work for you

Assistant Housing Choice officer - Housing Role 6 month minimum temp 36 hour week - on site, with one day working from home Hourly rate: £16ph (PAYE) Duties: To provide a customer focused choice based lettings service to the public, through engagement with statutory and voluntary agencies developing partnerships to promote equal access to housing and related services. To support vulnerable households achieve ease of access to council services and work to reduce the number of homeless households in temporary accommodations by promoting other viable options for rehousing. To undertake assessments of needs, administer the social welfare panel and contribute to auditing the work of the team and policy/procedural development Organisational Objectives Contribute to the implementation of the Council's corporate objectives: Health and safety at work Performance management Equal opportunities and managing diversity policies Customer care and quality initiatives such as Gold...

Housing Options Team Leader - 6 months - North West - Hybrid A close client of mine has reached out to myself to assist them in their search for a Housing Options Team Leader to join their team on an interim basis for the course of 6 months. The ideal candidate would have the following: Previous experience in: Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within the Public Sector Maintaining detailed, evidence based records using attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with heading up a team within the Housing Options department of a local authority. Your roles and responsibilities would include: lead and manage a team of housing options officers and housing assistants Help and be involved in crucial decisions within the council for the Housing Options team. If this looks like a role that would be of interest for yourself, please contact myself. Furthermore, if you know of anyone who is looking for work and fit the skill set...

Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer North London My client is recruiting for a Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer based within the local Authority in North London and the surrounding area. Responsibilities the post-holder will be responsible for proactively delivering housing options advice, including security of tenure, low-cost home ownership, preventing homelessness, investigating householder circumstances and undertaking statutory assessments to determine the best options and resources available on a case-by-case basis. To be part of the busy Housing Team at the front door of Housing reception providing a proactive service, giving advice and assistance to anyone with housing related problems in accordance with current legislation and code of guidance and identifying those who are already homeless or at risk of becoming homeless within 56 days. The post holder will ensure statutory requirements are met and local team targets are delivered through...

Homeless Prevention Officer Conwy, North Wales Temporary Full-time Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those at risk of homelessness? Join a dynamic team within Conwy's Regulatory & Housing Services as a Homeless Prevention Officer to deliver tailored interventions and support to those in need. THE ROLE As a Homeless Prevention Officer, you will take a person-centred approach to case management, working to prevent homelessness and supporting those affected. Key responsibilities include: Delivering advice and information on housing options to individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Developing and implementing Personal Housing Plans with a focus on "reasonable steps" to prevent or relieve homelessness. Liaising with partner agencies, including health, social care, and law enforcement, to address housing needs. Supporting access to the private rental sector by fostering positive relationships with landlords and letting agents. Maintaining...

Data Protection & Complaints Officer 3 - 6 month ongoing contract  £27.96 p/hr umbrella  Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Home based, but can also work in the office Role Purpose  The Data Protection and Complaints Officer will support the coordination for all matters relating to the Children Act Representation Procedures. You will play a key role supporting the Customer Care & Data Protection Manager on all aspects of customer feedback and transparency requests, including Statutory Complaints (Children Act), Corporate Complaints, Ombudsman Enquiries, Councillor & MP Enquiries, Data Subject Access requests, Disclosure Requests and Freedom of Information Requests. You will support the effective resolution of customer concerns and complaints, using a menu of dispute resolution options.    Responsibilities  Support and oversee the completion of Subject Access Requests (SAR), including: liaising with service users to clarify and support their request where appropriate locate...

Housing Solutions Triage Officer/ Tenancy Liaison Officer  6 month ongoing contract  £24.58 ph umbrella  Hybrid - 2 days a week in office Responsibilities  Working and up to date knowledge of Part V1 and V11 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002, HRA 2017, case law and Code of Guidance  To provide a high quality first point of contact and triage service (face-to-face, on the telephone and by e-mail) for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and have dependent children or are pregnant or vulnerable.  To respond to, and assess, all of the referrals that the Council receives under the ‘Duty to Refer’ arrangements, making initial enquiries and triaging as appropriate.  To carry out a rapid initial assessment of each customer’s needs and circumstances and establish whether or not they are eligible for assistance under the homelessness legislation. Making s184 decisions e.g. not homeless decisions, Ineligible decisions  To prevent or delay homelessness...

Job Opportunity: Housing Options Advisor (Temporary) Position: Housing Options Advisor Contract: Temporary, 3-month contract with the possibility of an extension. Possibility of Extension: Yes, based on performance Pay Rate: £17.17 per hour (PAYE) Working Hours: 35.00 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:45 - 17:00 Location: NP20 1PA Job Purpose: To interview and assess homeless people To prevent homelessness by promoting housing options To determine whether applicants are owed a statutory duty under the 1996 Housing Act, Part 7 as amended To advise those who are threatened with homelessness to prevent homelessness To assess the entitlements of single non-priority homeless people and give them statutory advice and assistance To participate in and help develop outreach work, such as advice surgeries To provide advice to private sector tenantsKey Responsibilities: To interview customers, to assess whether homelessness can be prevented in any way To assess whether those who are...

Housing Solutions Triage Officer Romford - 2 Days Office Job Role To provide a high quality first point of contact and triage service (face-to-face, on the telephone and by e-mail) for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and have dependent children or are pregnant or vulnerable. To respond to, and assess, all of the referrals that the Council receives under the 'Duty to Refer' arrangements, making initial enquiries and triaging as appropriate. To carry out a rapid initial assessment of each customer's needs and circumstances and establish whether or not they are eligible for assistance under the homelessness legislation. Making s184 decisions e.g. not homeless decisions, Ineligible decisions. To prevent or delay homelessness through targeted early interventions (including advocacy, negotiation and mediation) and by providing customers with comprehensive advice and information about their housing rights and the housing options available to them. Ensure...

Do you have experience working as a Housing Triage Officer? I'm excited to be able to recruit for my client who is looking for a Housing Triage Officer in London. As a part of the role, you will provide a flexible, person-centred approach towards homeless client. You will need to have experience of casework with vulnerable people as well as working in partnerships with a variety of agencies. Duties: Providing personalised support to allow the customers to maintain a tenancy and address, as well as any other need identified. Using the knowledge of the Council's housing and community care procedures along with knowledge of housing support services to provide advice, assistance and support to multiple complex needs customers accepted for a Housing First Service. Providing advice, support and access to relevant Housing Options, benefits, and other entitlements available to Housing First Customer. Ensuring the customer can maintain the tenancy provided by linking the customer into all...

I am looking for a Rehousing Officer to join a Housing Options Team in a brilliant local authority in London! Having recently helped this Local Authority with their interim needs, I can vouch that it's a great team to join! It is an initial 3-month contract where you will support vulnerable individuals, including refugees, in securing stable housing and settling them into the community. Key Responsibilities: Connect with landlords and help tenants transition smoothly into rental properties. Provide support to refugee families, helping them maintain secure tenancies. Assess housing needs, and providing the correct accommodation Offer guidance on welfare benefits, rent, and tenancy rights. Details: 1/2 days a week in the office £27 - £29 p/h We are looking for someone with brilliant interpersonal and customer facing skills, to transition these clients into their tenancy and provide a smooth move-on. Email me at with your CV if you would like to hear more. If you have...

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...

Smart Teachers are recruiting for recent Graduates who are now looking for a career in Education. You will need to be willing to learn and enjoy working with children! About the role Role is working in Mainstream Primary Schools in Ealing and surrounding boroughs Various working options included, Flexible, Part Time or Full time You will be asked to work as a Teaching Assistant and support children in classes including children with special educational needs Most schools working hours are 08:30 - 16:00 About the school Schools located in Acton and surrounding areas We work with a mixture of state and independent schools Schools will often offer long term roles for those who are suitable Most schools have parking and/or located close to excellent transport links Requirements To be considered for the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant you will: Be a recent Graduate Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or...

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a specialist Income Recovery Officer to join one of our most improved public sector housing clients in a full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday) temporary role for the next 3-4 months. Based in Central London for 2-3 days per week and the rest working from home, our client is looking for a candidate who has experience of: * Ensuring prompt and appropriate contact is made with customers who fall into arrears of rent and/or other charges. * Running weekly rent arrears reports, keeping records of actions taken and corresponding with tenants. * Advising tenants on Housing Benefit and Universal Credit, with the aim of sustaining tenancies. * Liaising with benefit agencies to resolve problems with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit. * Carrying out dedicated home visits * Submitting former tenant debts for write-off where the debt is unrecoverable. * Taking legal action against residents who will not pay, including representing the...

Join Our Team as an experienced planner/coordinator! 🏠 ⌨️ Contract: Fixed term for up to 6 months Hours: 40 hours per week Location(s): Chipping Sodbury Are you an experienced coordinator with resilience, the ability to work under pressure, and a knack for meeting deadlines with a smile? If so, and if you’re interested in joining a certified Great Place to Work organization, then apply now! We are looking for an experienced Service Coordinator to join our busy Service Delivery Team in Chipping Sodbury on a 6-month fixed term contract, delivering vital in-house gas services to our customers. This is a full-time, in-office position, requiring you to work Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM with a one-hour lunch break. You will collaborate closely with customers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure services are delivered effectively and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include coordinating and managing the booking of gas servicing and repairs with utmost care...

Homecare Driver Location: Greenford, UB6 Salary: £13.15 per hour Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week (11:00 am - 8:00 pm) Are you a caring, empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting others? Join our client's team in Greenford as a Homecare Driver, where you'll play a key role in delivering essential healthcare equipment to vulnerable individuals, helping them live independently and comfortably at home. Key Responsibilities: Deliver, collect, and install healthcare equipment to patients' homes with a focus on empathy and compassion. Demonstrate how to use the equipment clearly, ensuring clients understand how it can improve their daily lives. Follow a pre-planned route, ensuring timely and reliable deliveries while maintaining high-quality service. Address client queries with patience, respect, and understanding, while logging activities accurately using company scanners. Requirements: Valid UK driving licence with at least 3 years of driving experience. Basic...

Are you looking for a role that makes you feel valued, important and offers you the opportunity to make meaningful and transformative positive impacts on people's lives? We are working with a global client whose ethos is plain and simple: we come to work to help be a part of a better future. If you are looking for a role within a business that inspires self-motivation, commitment and passion then you may just be the perfect missing piece to their team in Burgess Hill. Our client requires a Finance Enterprise Partner to join their hardworking and committed team. They are committed to rewarding their employees for their impactful challenging work, so here are the perks: Hybrid (3 days in office), providing flexibility when able Free parking onsite Fun company events 25 days holiday per annum + recognised bank holidays You will be the kind of person who wants to make a difference within your day-to-day work, but of course there are a few other requirements: Entrepreneurial,...

Job Overview: Location: Manchester / Hybrid Full-Time: Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 We are seeking an Executive Assistant to deliver top-notch administrative support to our regional executive leadership team and manage office operations. This role involves assisting the International Managing Director and the EMEA Regional Managing Director. The EA will work closely with both executives and their Regional Leadership Teams to ensure seamless daily executive functions. This dynamic role requires a highly organised, proactive, creative, and quick-thinking individual with excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Building strong working relationships with each leadership team member is essential. The ideal candidate is passionate about completing tasks efficiently and to a high standard. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, making a significant impact across the business while advancing your...

Job Role: Environmental Enforcemment Team Leader Job Location: Southwark, SE1 2QH Salary: £28.84/h Working period: Monday-Friday Working Hours: 36 Hours Assignment period: +6 Months Ongoing As a preferred supplier to many local and national groups, Fox Morris Group are excited to offer 1 for Environmental Enforcement Team Leader Our Environmental Enforcement Team Leader work within Community Safety/Public Protection environment. You will be working as part of a team to: * You are an experienced manager/team leader who will lead the Environmental Enforcement Team, a group of dedicated officers committed to keeping Southwark’s streets clean and safe. * Your role will be pivotal in tackling a variety of environmental crimes, including fly-tipping, graffiti, and illegal waste management. * Fly-tipping, in particular, has risen across the borough, and a significant portion of the team's resources is dedicated to combating this growing problem * As the lead for the...