Homeless & Solutions Officer

Homelessness & Housing Solutions Officer – Contract Opportunity

£30 per hour (Umbrella)

3-Month Contract (Possible Extension)

Monday – Friday | 9am – 5pm

Hybrid Working – 2 Days in the Office

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Homelessness & Housing Solutions Officer to join a busy Local Authority team. This is a great opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation to support residents at risk of homelessness and help deliver effective housing solutions.

• Assess homelessness applications and determine duties in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996
• Deliver prevention and relief duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Create and manage Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) to prevent homelessness
• Conduct interviews and assessments with applicants to determine housing needs
• Provide advice on housing options and support residents to secure sustainable accommodation
• Work with landlords, housing providers and partner agencies to find suitable housing solutions
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with legislation and local authority policies

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a Homelessness or Housing Solutions role
• Strong working knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Experience assessing applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996
• Experience managing homelessness prevention and relief cases
• Strong case management, communication and decision-making skills
• Experience working within a Local Authority housing service

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Please note:
Applicants must have hands‑on experience with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.