Housing Options Officer

Housing Options Officer:
Worcestershire

£29 per hour | 3‑Month Contract (Potential to Extend)

Local Authority

A Local Authority in Worcestershire is seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join its front line Housing Solutions service.

This role focuses on delivering homelessness prevention, completing statutory assessments, and supporting households living in temporary accommodation to secure long‑term, sustainable housing.

Role Overview

Conduct homelessness assessments, triage appointments, and statutory duty interviews
Complete Section 184 decisions in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act (HRA 2017)
Develop, monitor, and update Personalised Housing Plans to ensure cases progress within required time frames
Identify suitable PRS opportunities, negotiate affordable rents, and engage landlords
Collaborate with Allocations, Temporary Accommodation, and Prevention teams to progress cases effectively
Maintain accurate, compliant case notes using Locata or similar systems (desirable but not essential)
Contract details:

Hybrid working pattern
£29 per hour (umbrella)
Immediate start preferred

Experience with Locata, or similar management system
Initial 3‑month contract with potential extension

What makes you stand out:

Recent experience managing homelessness cases within a Local Authority Housing Options or Homelessness service
Strong understanding of the HRA 2017, Part VII Housing Act, and statutory homelessness duties
Ability to manage a varied and high‑volume caseload independently
Confident decision‑making, with a solution‑focused approach to homelessness prevention

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to (url removed), along with your availability for an interview