43 temporary accommodation officer jobs found

A local authority in Essex is looking to appoint a number of experienced Temporary Accommodation Officers to join their Move On team on a contract basis for an initial 3 months. This role would suit someone confident working directly with households in temporary accommodation, supporting move‑on pathways and ensuring cases are progressed efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Acting as the first point of contact for households in temporary accommodation, building trust and managing expectations Carrying out home visits to complete occupancy, identity and affordability checks Updating housing needs assessments and identifying appropriate move‑on routes into settled accommodation Verifying household composition, including adult dependents for housing register eligibility Updating housing register applications to reflect changes in circumstances Working closely with the Move On team to support property matching and successful housing outcomes What you'll need: Recent experience...

Adecco is recruiting for an experienced and motivated Temporary Accommodation Officer to support a busy Housing & Regeneration service within a local authority in South West London. This is a key frontline role providing safe, suitable temporary accommodation for households experiencing homelessness. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and want a role where your decisions make a direct, positive impact on people's lives, this could be the perfect fit. Temporary Accommodation Officer London Borough of Richmond and Wandsworth Location: SW15 1HR, with the occasional visit to (TW1 3BZ) Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week £25.16 per hour PAYE / £32.88 per hour Umbrella ASAP Start *Please be aware that, due to the operational demands of the role, this post is entirely on‑site with NO option for home working.* About the Role In this role, you will: Allocate and let temporary accommodation in line with statutory...

We are seeking a proactive Temporary Accommodation Visiting Officer to support the management of temporary accommodation placements. You will carry out property visits, ensure accommodation standards are met, and act as a key link between residents, housing officers, and accommodation providers. This role plays a vital part in ensuring vulnerable households are housed in safe, suitable, and compliant temporary accommodation. Key Responsibilities Conduct regular visits to temporary accommodation properties to assess condition, occupancy, and compliance Ensure properties meet health & safety standards and contractual requirements Identify maintenance issues, disrepair, and safeguarding concerns, escalating where necessary Support placements by verifying suitability of accommodation for households Liaise with landlords, managing agents, and accommodation providers to resolve issues Maintain accurate records of visits, inspections, and follow-up actions Support Housing Options...

Temporary Accommodation Officer 📍 London (On-site initially, moving to hybrid) 💼 Contract Role We’re currently working with a forward-thinking London local authority to recruit an experienced Temporary Accommodation Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and temporary accommodation placements to join a high-performing team. 🔑 The Role You will be responsible for the allocation, management, and monitoring of temporary accommodation placements, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and delivering a high-quality service to homeless households. Initially, the role will be fully office-based to support onboarding and training, with the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement following a successful first few weeks. 🧩 Key Responsibilities * Managing the allocation and letting of temporary accommodation in line with legislation * Coordinating...

Temporary Accommodation Officer Lambeth Contract £23.51 per hour PAYE or £30.67 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a Temporary Accommodation Officer 3 Days in the office 2 days remote Must have previous relevant experience of working in homelessness specifically Temporary Accommodation Management Be part of the temporary accommodation team, managing and procuring various types of temporary accommodation This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Allocate a variety of temporary accommodation units including emergency accommodation, and control and conduct all activities leading to admissions and discharges where appropriate in order to achieve the most efficient and economic use of accommodation available. Minimise the inappropriate use of shared accommodation for families with children and ensure that all clients are effectively tracked, monitored and moved...

Housing Advice Officer A local authority is seeking an experienced Housing Advice Officer to join their Housing team. This role will involve delivering housing advice and homelessness services in line with the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Key Responsibilities Assess and manage homelessness applications in line with current legislation Provide housing advice to applicants, landlords, and partner agencies Support homelessness prevention activities and temporary accommodation placements Manage Housing Register applications within a choice-based lettings scheme Maintain accurate records and contribute to statutory reporting requirements Work closely with Housing Advice Assistants and partner organisations to deliver effective housing solutions Requirements Experience working within housing options, homelessness, or housing advice services Good knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Strong communication, negotiation, and...

Reviews & Appeals Officer Location: Romford Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: 6 months with possible extension Proposed start date: ASAP Pay Rates: £22.55 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay Hours / Working Days: 36 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm – Hybrid role Sector: Healthcare Based: Office / Hospital Role Purpose The Reviews & Appeals Officer is responsible for conducting independent reviews and appeals relating to homelessness applications, suitability of accommodation, housing register decisions, and tenancy matters in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related housing legislation. The role supports the Council in delivering fair, lawful, and customer-focused housing decisions while minimising legal risk and improving outcomes for residents facing housing need or homelessness. Key Responsibilities * Conduct statutory homelessness and housing reviews and produce legally compliant written decisions. * Review...

Business Support Officer A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Business Support Officer to join its Temporary Accommodation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive administrator with previous Local Authority experience to support a busy housing service. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and business support to ensure the smooth running of the Temporary Accommodation service and assist the team in meeting operational and statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities * Provide high-quality administrative and business support within a fast-paced Temporary Accommodation service * Manage shared mailboxes, finance processing, data entry, record management, and meeting arrangements * Maintain and update internal systems, databases, and spreadsheets, ensuring records are accurate and up to date * Support case management processes and produce reports when required * Handle confidential and sensitive...

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Housing Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Someone with Tenancy Sustainment experience. Conduct periodic check‑ins (e.g. 3 and 6 months) with clients who have already been supported to move into Private Rented Sector accommodation Reinforcing client skills learned during initial support Encouraging clients with self‑management of tenancy while remaining accessible Reducing client's long‑term dependency on services Check-in with landlord/agents to review rent account, tenancy conduct, and wellbeing Early identification of emerging risks of homelessness Prevents recurrence of homelessness Reduces repeat presentations for homelessness assistance Demonstrates reasonable and proactive steps to prevent homelessness Continued engagement with tenants who remain at risk despite earlier intervention Undertake prompt action if arrears, ASB, or vulnerabilities emerge/re‑emerge Ensure agreed actions remain sustainable Revisiting and adjusting...

Pertemps are working with our public sector client to recruit a Project Support Officer on a temporary ongoing basis within the Housing & Homelessness service. Role: Project Support Officer Location: City Wide Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Pay Rate: £16.07 per hour Duration: Temporary ongoing Start Date: ASAP Are you highly organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a motivated Project Support Officer to support key service improvement projects within Housing & Homelessness, helping to streamline processes and improve operational delivery. About the Role This is a varied and hands-on role supporting the expansion of temporary accommodation services. You’ll work closely with internal teams and stakeholders to support project delivery, maintain accurate records, and help improve processes across multiple departments. You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects progress smoothly while providing essential...

Join Our Client's Team as a Business Support Officer! Are you ready to make a difference in public service? Our client, the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (OPFCC), is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Business Support Officer to join their team in Stafford. This is a fantastic temporary opportunity with an hourly rate of £16.90, offering 37 hours per week for a period of 12 months. Why You Should Apply: Be part of a vibrant and impactful organization dedicated to public safety and community service. Work in a supportive and flexible environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Engage in diverse responsibilities that will keep your work exciting and fulfilling. Role Purpose: As a Business Support Officer, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive business support to ensure the effective governance of the OPFCC. You will manage strategic meetings, provide executive assistance to the leadership team, and maintain essential...

Adecco are currently recruiting several experienced Housing Solutions Officers to join a fast-paced Housing Demand team within a London local authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in preventing and relieving homelessness, supporting vulnerable residents, and delivering impactful housing outcomes. Housing Solutions Officer Public Sector - Local Authority Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension Full Time - Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week £245 per day Umbrella inside IR35 IT Equipment Provided ASAP Start Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office (based in Ealing), remainder at home About You You will be an experienced Housing Officer with a strong background in homelessness prevention and casework within a local authority or similar environment. Essential skills & experience: Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and relevant case law Proven experience managing complex caseloads and delivering...

Homeless Support Officer - Needed ASAP £15-£16 per hour * 37 hours per week * Full‑time * Enhanced DBS required Rolling 6‑week rota * Lone working involved Your new companyYou'll be joining a dedicated Housing Association providing safe, stable accommodation and personalised support to individuals experiencing homelessness. The service operates across a single scheme made up of HMO units and self‑contained flats, offering both on‑site and off‑site support. You'll be part of a tight, resilient team of five (usually six) who work collaboratively to manage risk, respond to crisis situations and help residents move towards independence. Your new roleAs a Homeless Support Officer, you'll deliver day‑to‑day housing support, crisis management and safeguarding‑led interventions for residents with a range of complex needs.Your responsibilities will include: Lone working across the scheme and the community Managing crisis situations and escalating risks appropriately Supporting residents...

Welfare Officer 12 month FTC Location: Crowborough Salary: up to £35,000pa Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (48 hours per week - Days & Nights) About the Role We are currently recruiting for Welfare Officers to join our client at their Crowborough site. This is an excellent opportunity to join an independent organisation that delivers accommodation services across the UK, supporting both central and local government, as well as the charitable sector. As a Welfare Officer, you will play a key role in providing direct advice, support, and safeguarding to Service Users (SUs) residing in temporary accommodation. You will manage an assigned caseload, ensuring welfare standards are maintained while working in line with company procedures. This role operates on a 48-hour week, consisting of 12-hour shifts: Day shifts: 07:00 - 19:00 Night shifts: 19:00 - 07:00Key Responsibilities Provide guidance and signposting to external services such as healthcare providers, shops, and...

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Homeless Assessment Officer to join the housing department at one of Adecco's most improved Local Authority clients, in a temporary role for the next six months. Paying £32.00 per hour (Umbrella) and offering hybrid working (just 2 days each week in our client's office which is located near Heathrow Airport in West London), this is a full time role (37 hours, Monday to Friday) and the primary responsibility of the Homeless Assessment Officer will be to provide a comprehensive front-of-house service to individuals seeking housing advice and assistance. It will report directly into the Early Intervention and Private Sector Accommodation Manager. This role is crucial in ensuring that both priority and non-priority customers are accurately assessed and directed to the appropriate resources within our clients' homeless service. The successful candidate must possess a thorough understanding of the relevant legislation pertaining to housing...

A local authority is seeking an experienced Interim Housing Options Relief Officer to join their team on a contract basis for an initial 3 months, with strong potential to extend. This role is ideal for an officer confident managing a relief and main duty caseload, with a strong focus on progressing cases efficiently through to duty discharge. You'll be part of a duty rota and expected to carry out face‑to‑face assessments, offering a varied and hands‑on role within the service. Key Responsibilities: Managing a Relief and Main Duty caseload, progressing cases through to discharge of duty Carrying out face‑to‑face homelessness assessments and participating in a duty rota Completing Relief duty work, including suitability assessments and temporary accommodation offers Issuing statutory decisions, including Section 184 notifications Making and managing TA offers and assessing suitability What you'll need: Recent experience handling Relief and Main Duty casework within a local...

Job Title: Housing Reviews & Appeals Officer Location: Havering Term: Temporary Rate: £22.55 PAYE hour Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing housing challenges? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can help shape meaningful outcomes? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Housing Reviews & Appeals Officer with our client. What You'll Do: As a key member of the Neighbourhoods Directorate, you will play a crucial role in addressing homelessness and ensuring fair housing solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting independent reviews of decisions related to homeless applications under the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. Assessing the suitability of accommodation provided to homeless households. Managing appeals against housing register decisions and council tenancies. Representing the council in court challenges related to review decisions. Providing expert advice to customers about...

Job Title: Welfare Officer Location: Crowborough (site based) Salary: £28,000-£35,000 Hours: 48 hours per week (mix of day and night shifts, 12-hour shifts) Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 months Purpose of the Role: The Welfare Officer is responsible for delivering direct advice and safeguarding support to service users on site. The site provides safe, temporary accommodation for all service users. Managing an assigned caseload, the Welfare Officer conducts room checks, maintains accurate records, updates relevant systems, and follows company procedures at all times. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of Service Users within the Initial Accommodation estate. * Provide guidance and signposting to essential services, including doctors, shops, and support agencies. * Conduct regular visits, report incidents, absconders, and any Service User concerns. * Ensure timely Move on of Service Users before the final payment date. * Arrange initial transport for Service...

DEPARTMENT: HOUSING AND SAFER COMMUNITIES SECTION: ALLOCATIONS AND TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION SERVICE DESIGNATION OF POST: LETTINGS OFFICER RESPONSIBLE TO: SENIOR LETTINGS OFFICER Purpose of Job: Responsible to the Senior Lettings Officer for the day to day operations in respect of the Choice Based Lettings System, nominations to Housing Associations, Mutual Exchanges and Special Schemes as required. Main Duties: 1. To be responsible for the efficient and sensitive letting and pre letting of both Council and Housing Association properties. 2. To undertake nominations to Special Schemes and Housing Associations, ensuring all nominations procedures are followed 3. To deputise for the Senior Lettings Officer in their absence and supervise Lettings Assistants as appropriate. 4. To preparing reports and undertaking special projects and investigations as required. 5. To responding to correspondence, including Members’ casework and enquiries from other services, agencies and Senior...

Job Title: Housing Options Officer Location: East Midlands SWorking Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) / Hybrid working available Purpose of Role To provide professional housing advice and support to customers at risk of homelessness, with a strong focus on prevention. The role involves using the Jigsaw case management system to assess housing needs, manage homelessness applications, and develop Personal Housing Plans in line with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Key Responsibilities * Deliver high-quality housing advice to customers, ensuring compliance with housing legislation (Housing Act 1996 Parts VI & VII, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017). * Use Jigsaw to: * Record and manage homelessness applications. * Create and monitor Personal Housing Plans. * Track case progress and outcomes. * Conduct interviews and home visits to assess housing needs. * Make lawful decisions on homelessness applications (including Section...