Job Description

Reviews Officer

East London | Hybrid Working Available

Rate: £35 per hour (Umbrella)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Initial Contract Length: 6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours: 35 Hours per Week

The Role

This role will focus on conducting statutory homelessness reviews under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, ensuring decisions are legally robust, evidence-based, and issued within statutory timescales.

The successful candidate will work closely with Housing Options, Accommodation Placement, Legal Services, and partner agencies to review complex homelessness decisions and contribute to the continuous improvement of the service.

Key Responsibilities

·Conduct statutory Section 202 homelessness reviews under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.

·Review decisions relating to duty owed, suitability of accommodation, priority need, intentionality, and local connection.

·Assess evidence and undertake detailed investigations to ensure legally sound decision-making.

·Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law.

·Draft clear, comprehensive, and legally defensible review decision letters.

·Monitor compliance with statutory requirements and contribute to service improvements.

Requirements

·Minimum of 3 years' experience working within homelessness or housing services.

·Demonstrable experience conducting Section 202 homelessness reviews.

·Strong knowledge of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and relevant case law.

·Experience making offers of accommodation under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, including temporary accommodation and offers used to discharge relief or main housing duties.

·Experience managing Accommodation Placement Teams.

·Previous experience working within a London local authority.

·Excellent investigative, analytical, and decision-making skills.

What's on Offer

·£35 per hour Umbrella.

·Inside IR35 contract.

·Initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension.

·Opportunity to join a high-performing local authority housing team.

·Hybrid working arrangements.

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If you have extensive experience conducting homelessness reviews and a strong understanding of housing legislation, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion