Job Description

We are currently supporting a Worcestershire local authority in the appointment of an experienced Homelessness & Housing Solutions Officer to join their Housing Service on an initial 3-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled housing professional with strong homelessness prevention and statutory assessment experience to make a direct impact in supporting residents who are homeless or at risk of losing their accommodation.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload of homelessness applications, undertake detailed assessments, develop personalised housing plans and provide practical advice and solutions to help residents secure and sustain suitable accommodation. You will work closely with residents, landlords, partner agencies and support services to deliver effective homelessness prevention and relief outcomes.

You will have strong working knowledge and practical experience of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996, including making statutory decisions around prevention, relief duties, priority need and intentional homelessness. Experience within Housing Solutions/Homelessness services is essential, with a focus on Part 7 assessments rather than allocations.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today.

If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

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