Building Control Officer - Full Time Contract Role - Flexible Hours Site-Based with Hybrid Options Outside IR35 Are you a Registered Building Inspector looking for a new challenge? We're offering a full-time contract role where you'll play a key part in ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable development across a varied workload. This is a great opportunity if you enjoy the variety of site inspections, problem-solving on the ground, and working as part of a professional, supportive team. What You'll Be Doing Carrying out building control site inspections and recording your findings Investigating dangerous structures and unauthorised works Responding to public enquiries and offering pre-application advice Supporting with plan checks, full plan decisions, and discharge of conditions Ensuring compliance with building regulations across domestic, housing, and low-risk commercial projects What We're Looking For A Registered Building Inspector (minimum Class A, B, D) Strong experience in inspections across domestic, housing, and low-risk commercial buildings Ability to make confident, complex decisions within your scope of registration Clear and professional communication skills - written and verbal ICT literate, with confidence in using electronic plan-checking systems and inspection software (training provided) Professional, customer-focused approach with a willingness to work flexibly Why This Role? Full-time contract - up to 40 hours per week Flexible working arrangements with some hybrid options available A varied and interesting workload - no two weeks are the same Great opportunity to maintain and develop your competence and registration Supportive team environment with training and development provided Mileage and travel policies in place Start Date: As soon as possible Location: Site-based across multiple districts, with hybrid working where suitable Contract Basis: Outside IR35 If you're looking for a full-time role that offers variety, flexibility, and the chance to make a real impact in Building Control, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.
Oct 20, 2025
Contract
Building Control Officer - Full Time Contract Role - Flexible Hours Site-Based with Hybrid Options Outside IR35 Are you a Registered Building Inspector looking for a new challenge? We're offering a full-time contract role where you'll play a key part in ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable development across a varied workload. This is a great opportunity if you enjoy the variety of site inspections, problem-solving on the ground, and working as part of a professional, supportive team. What You'll Be Doing Carrying out building control site inspections and recording your findings Investigating dangerous structures and unauthorised works Responding to public enquiries and offering pre-application advice Supporting with plan checks, full plan decisions, and discharge of conditions Ensuring compliance with building regulations across domestic, housing, and low-risk commercial projects What We're Looking For A Registered Building Inspector (minimum Class A, B, D) Strong experience in inspections across domestic, housing, and low-risk commercial buildings Ability to make confident, complex decisions within your scope of registration Clear and professional communication skills - written and verbal ICT literate, with confidence in using electronic plan-checking systems and inspection software (training provided) Professional, customer-focused approach with a willingness to work flexibly Why This Role? Full-time contract - up to 40 hours per week Flexible working arrangements with some hybrid options available A varied and interesting workload - no two weeks are the same Great opportunity to maintain and develop your competence and registration Supportive team environment with training and development provided Mileage and travel policies in place Start Date: As soon as possible Location: Site-based across multiple districts, with hybrid working where suitable Contract Basis: Outside IR35 If you're looking for a full-time role that offers variety, flexibility, and the chance to make a real impact in Building Control, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.
A London Local Authority is looking for a Reviews & Service Improvement Manager to join their Housing Service on an interim basis. You'll be stepping into a service that's just completed a major restructure, with a strong focus on improving quality, accountability and consistency across homelessness decisions. The aim of this role is to lead the Reviews function while also helping identify and fix the service issues that lead to reviews in the first place. You will need to have prior experience writing S202 Reviews (Part 6 and 7), and management experience within the Homeless Sector. You will also need to be confident to challenge and influence processes in a constructive way. You'll manage a small team of around four officers, overseeing both Part VI and Part VII reviews, and working closely with managers across the wider Housing Options service. This is a hands-on, problem-solving role - ideal for someone who can look beyond the decision letter, spot patterns, and feed insights back into training and process improvement. The rate is around 400 per day (umbrella), 1 day in the office every 2 weeks, with interviews to be schedules early next month. If this sounds like you, send your CV to (url removed).
Oct 17, 2025
Contract
A London Local Authority is looking for a Reviews & Service Improvement Manager to join their Housing Service on an interim basis. You'll be stepping into a service that's just completed a major restructure, with a strong focus on improving quality, accountability and consistency across homelessness decisions. The aim of this role is to lead the Reviews function while also helping identify and fix the service issues that lead to reviews in the first place. You will need to have prior experience writing S202 Reviews (Part 6 and 7), and management experience within the Homeless Sector. You will also need to be confident to challenge and influence processes in a constructive way. You'll manage a small team of around four officers, overseeing both Part VI and Part VII reviews, and working closely with managers across the wider Housing Options service. This is a hands-on, problem-solving role - ideal for someone who can look beyond the decision letter, spot patterns, and feed insights back into training and process improvement. The rate is around 400 per day (umbrella), 1 day in the office every 2 weeks, with interviews to be schedules early next month. If this sounds like you, send your CV to (url removed).
An exciting opportunity has emerged for an Allocations and Lettings Officer to join the housing department at one of Adecco's key public sector clients on initial fixed term contract positions for six months (with every possibility of an extension should the assignment go well), paying nearly £40k per annum. Based in Dartford in Kent for 2-3 days each week and reporting into the Head of Allocations, this post is a car driving position so applicants must all have access to their own vehicle. The successful candidate will be working full time (35 hours each week, Monday to Friday), and working as part of a team to deliver a smooth and efficient customer experience for new and existing customers moving in and out of our clients' homes. Key elements of this role include: Delivering lettings tasks and processes in line with policy and regulation, to achieve great customer experience, meet performance targets and to enable a smooth key to key process. Liaising with internal and external customers, providing a responsive and helpful lettings service, giving guidance and advice, and sign posting where appropriate. Creating and managing adverts for empty homes, providing accurate detail for potential applicants / customers to make informed choices. Coordinating and managing the application process for new and current customers, ensuring customers are informed on what to expect and kept updated throughout their journey to signing up. Processing shortlists and work with partners, including Local Authorities (LA) and rehousing agencies, to let homes efficiently, and sensitively where required, and ensure partner requirements are met, e.g. LA nominations agreements and updating shortlisting outcomes. Assessing applications for housing in line with policy, to ensure homes are appropriately let, and informed risk-based decisions are taken to support tenancy sustainment. Liaising with both statutory and non-statutory agencies as part of the information gathering process, in line with data protection policies. Coordinating water management compliance and work closely with colleagues to ensure all property and building safety compliance checks / certification is available and in place pre-letting, minimising wait times and disruption for customers. Taking ownership of lettings related documentation, including tenancy agreements and sign-up/welcome packs, ensuring legal documents and rent related information are accurate. Coordinating and/or conducting viewings and sign-up/welcome visit appointments, ensuring information is shared with customers and colleagues ahead of appointments, and keeping customer wait times to a minimum. Creating, updating, and managing customer records, ensuring accurate information and documents are held and transferred within the appropriate housing management systems as required, and in line with data protection policy and regulation. Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to support the prompt turnaround of empty homes and handover of new build developments. Supporting with post-sign-up queries relating to the lettings or empty homes process. Keeping accurate and up to date records of all actions taken throughout the lettings process, including clear notes of communication with customers. Previous experience of lettings processes, ideally in a social housing environment, with experience of working with choice-based lettings, nominations from Local Authorities and rehousing options would be ideal from our client's perspective. In addition, solid understanding of Landlord and Tenant legislation as well as experience of using a housing management system (preferably CRM/Dynamics 365), would be highly desirable. Only applicants who are immediately available or on short notice (1-2 weeks) need apply, as our client is looking to fill these roles as soon as possible with interviews taking place in w/c Monday 20th October 2025.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has emerged for an Allocations and Lettings Officer to join the housing department at one of Adecco's key public sector clients on initial fixed term contract positions for six months (with every possibility of an extension should the assignment go well), paying nearly £40k per annum. Based in Dartford in Kent for 2-3 days each week and reporting into the Head of Allocations, this post is a car driving position so applicants must all have access to their own vehicle. The successful candidate will be working full time (35 hours each week, Monday to Friday), and working as part of a team to deliver a smooth and efficient customer experience for new and existing customers moving in and out of our clients' homes. Key elements of this role include: Delivering lettings tasks and processes in line with policy and regulation, to achieve great customer experience, meet performance targets and to enable a smooth key to key process. Liaising with internal and external customers, providing a responsive and helpful lettings service, giving guidance and advice, and sign posting where appropriate. Creating and managing adverts for empty homes, providing accurate detail for potential applicants / customers to make informed choices. Coordinating and managing the application process for new and current customers, ensuring customers are informed on what to expect and kept updated throughout their journey to signing up. Processing shortlists and work with partners, including Local Authorities (LA) and rehousing agencies, to let homes efficiently, and sensitively where required, and ensure partner requirements are met, e.g. LA nominations agreements and updating shortlisting outcomes. Assessing applications for housing in line with policy, to ensure homes are appropriately let, and informed risk-based decisions are taken to support tenancy sustainment. Liaising with both statutory and non-statutory agencies as part of the information gathering process, in line with data protection policies. Coordinating water management compliance and work closely with colleagues to ensure all property and building safety compliance checks / certification is available and in place pre-letting, minimising wait times and disruption for customers. Taking ownership of lettings related documentation, including tenancy agreements and sign-up/welcome packs, ensuring legal documents and rent related information are accurate. Coordinating and/or conducting viewings and sign-up/welcome visit appointments, ensuring information is shared with customers and colleagues ahead of appointments, and keeping customer wait times to a minimum. Creating, updating, and managing customer records, ensuring accurate information and documents are held and transferred within the appropriate housing management systems as required, and in line with data protection policy and regulation. Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to support the prompt turnaround of empty homes and handover of new build developments. Supporting with post-sign-up queries relating to the lettings or empty homes process. Keeping accurate and up to date records of all actions taken throughout the lettings process, including clear notes of communication with customers. Previous experience of lettings processes, ideally in a social housing environment, with experience of working with choice-based lettings, nominations from Local Authorities and rehousing options would be ideal from our client's perspective. In addition, solid understanding of Landlord and Tenant legislation as well as experience of using a housing management system (preferably CRM/Dynamics 365), would be highly desirable. Only applicants who are immediately available or on short notice (1-2 weeks) need apply, as our client is looking to fill these roles as soon as possible with interviews taking place in w/c Monday 20th October 2025.
Our London Borough is looking to employ an individual with an enthusiastic attitude to deliver a high-quality housing service to our residents in the area. The successful candidate will be required to join a dynamic, customer focussed team with aims to reach targets are solve any complex problems that appear in the job role. Essential Requirements: Candidates are required to have sound working knowledge and experience of undertaking homelessness assessments using the following: Housing Act 1996 Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Homelessness Code of Guidance Safeguarding and risk management Equality Act 2010: Public sector equality duty Domestic Abuse Bill 2021 Candidates will also need to be effective communicators working effectively with customers, landlords, accommodation providers, and partner organisations to achieve successful outcomes for homeless applicants. The role will predominately include: Interviewing and assessing homeless people Preventing homelessness by promoting housing options and providing effective advice Determining whether applicants are owed a statutory duty under Part VII of 1996 Housing Act as amended. Participating in a duty rota system with other Housing Options Officers Effectively managing a caseload, within the constraints of the HRA Utilising and updating the HOPE/Orchard housing management systems. If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate. If you are interested in this position and do have the experience listed, I would be very interested in talking to you in further detail. Give me a call on (phone number removed).
Oct 10, 2025
Seasonal
Our London Borough is looking to employ an individual with an enthusiastic attitude to deliver a high-quality housing service to our residents in the area. The successful candidate will be required to join a dynamic, customer focussed team with aims to reach targets are solve any complex problems that appear in the job role. Essential Requirements: Candidates are required to have sound working knowledge and experience of undertaking homelessness assessments using the following: Housing Act 1996 Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Homelessness Code of Guidance Safeguarding and risk management Equality Act 2010: Public sector equality duty Domestic Abuse Bill 2021 Candidates will also need to be effective communicators working effectively with customers, landlords, accommodation providers, and partner organisations to achieve successful outcomes for homeless applicants. The role will predominately include: Interviewing and assessing homeless people Preventing homelessness by promoting housing options and providing effective advice Determining whether applicants are owed a statutory duty under Part VII of 1996 Housing Act as amended. Participating in a duty rota system with other Housing Options Officers Effectively managing a caseload, within the constraints of the HRA Utilising and updating the HOPE/Orchard housing management systems. If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate. If you are interested in this position and do have the experience listed, I would be very interested in talking to you in further detail. Give me a call on (phone number removed).
Job Title: Senior Homeless Officer Location: Chelmsford Rate: 22.88 PAYE/ 30.61 umbrella hour Term: 6 months Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Our client, a leading local government organisation, is seeking a dedicated Senior Homeless Officer to join their Strategic Housing Service in Chelmsford on a temporary contract. What You'll Do: In this pivotal role, you will: Deliver the Council's housing solutions service, ensuring a customer-focused approach. Assist households in overcoming housing difficulties and preventing homelessness through proactive support. Manage complex homelessness cases, providing senior officer support to the Homeless Officers. Conduct thorough assessments of housing options and participate in statutory appeals. Lead initiatives to improve service delivery and implement new approaches. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in providing housing advice and assistance. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act and Homeless Reduction Act. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse individuals and agencies. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to handle complex cases under pressure. A commitment to mentoring and supporting colleagues in maintaining high-quality casework. Why Join Us? Make a real impact in preventing homelessness in Chelmsford. Work within a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where your contributions are recognised. Benefit from flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now! Together, let's create a positive change in our community. Apply Today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Oct 09, 2025
Seasonal
Job Title: Senior Homeless Officer Location: Chelmsford Rate: 22.88 PAYE/ 30.61 umbrella hour Term: 6 months Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Our client, a leading local government organisation, is seeking a dedicated Senior Homeless Officer to join their Strategic Housing Service in Chelmsford on a temporary contract. What You'll Do: In this pivotal role, you will: Deliver the Council's housing solutions service, ensuring a customer-focused approach. Assist households in overcoming housing difficulties and preventing homelessness through proactive support. Manage complex homelessness cases, providing senior officer support to the Homeless Officers. Conduct thorough assessments of housing options and participate in statutory appeals. Lead initiatives to improve service delivery and implement new approaches. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in providing housing advice and assistance. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act and Homeless Reduction Act. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse individuals and agencies. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to handle complex cases under pressure. A commitment to mentoring and supporting colleagues in maintaining high-quality casework. Why Join Us? Make a real impact in preventing homelessness in Chelmsford. Work within a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where your contributions are recognised. Benefit from flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now! Together, let's create a positive change in our community. Apply Today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
We are working with a local authority to appoint a Benefits Assessment Officer to support the delivery of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support services. The role offers flexibility to work fully remotely or from the office, depending on candidate preference. This is a great opportunity for an experienced officer to join a high-performing team where you will assess eligibility, process applications, and manage changes in circumstances in line with current legislation and council policy. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of welfare benefits, the ability to interpret complex legislation, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy and customer service. The Role Assess Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support applications in accordance with current legislation and council policies Determine eligibility and entitlement, verifying all supporting documentation from applicants, landlords, DWP, HMRC and third parties Process changes in circumstances using ATLAS, VEP, UCDS and other relevant data sources Maintain clear, accurate and accessible claim records using internal systems Identify and refer potentially fraudulent claims to the DWP Fraud and Error Service Issue overpayment invoices and recover overpaid Housing Benefit using appropriate recovery methods Respond to queries from customers and stakeholders via telephone, email and written correspondence Provide advice to the public regarding Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, Universal Credit, and other welfare entitlements Liaise with departments including Council Tax, Housing Options, and Customer Services, as well as landlords and external representatives Key Requirements Significant experience assessing Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims Good working knowledge of relevant housing and welfare legislation Excellent communication and negotiation skills, particularly in complex or sensitive situations Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work independently Computer literate with experience using document management systems and Microsoft Office IRRV Technician qualification (desirable) Experience using Academy (Capita) systems is advantageous How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from benefits professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Oct 09, 2025
Contract
We are working with a local authority to appoint a Benefits Assessment Officer to support the delivery of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support services. The role offers flexibility to work fully remotely or from the office, depending on candidate preference. This is a great opportunity for an experienced officer to join a high-performing team where you will assess eligibility, process applications, and manage changes in circumstances in line with current legislation and council policy. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of welfare benefits, the ability to interpret complex legislation, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy and customer service. The Role Assess Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support applications in accordance with current legislation and council policies Determine eligibility and entitlement, verifying all supporting documentation from applicants, landlords, DWP, HMRC and third parties Process changes in circumstances using ATLAS, VEP, UCDS and other relevant data sources Maintain clear, accurate and accessible claim records using internal systems Identify and refer potentially fraudulent claims to the DWP Fraud and Error Service Issue overpayment invoices and recover overpaid Housing Benefit using appropriate recovery methods Respond to queries from customers and stakeholders via telephone, email and written correspondence Provide advice to the public regarding Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, Universal Credit, and other welfare entitlements Liaise with departments including Council Tax, Housing Options, and Customer Services, as well as landlords and external representatives Key Requirements Significant experience assessing Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims Good working knowledge of relevant housing and welfare legislation Excellent communication and negotiation skills, particularly in complex or sensitive situations Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work independently Computer literate with experience using document management systems and Microsoft Office IRRV Technician qualification (desirable) Experience using Academy (Capita) systems is advantageous How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from benefits professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
A Gloucestershire local authority is seeking experienced Housing Options Officers specifically to deal with Backlog cases. They are looking to strengthen their frontline housing service. You'll be helping people overcome housing challenges by offering tailored advice and practical solutions. Park Avenue has an excellent track record with this council, having successfully placed a number of contractors there. What You'll Be Doing Deliver clear, practical housing advice and prevention support to residents at risk of homelessness Dealing with Backlog cases Assess cases under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Issue Section 184 decisions within the required timescales and as well as part VII Manage a varied caseload, including complex cases, in line with statutory duties Hybrid working Locata knowledge is essential This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in tackling homelessness and supporting those most in need. Please email your CV immediately if you are interested!
Oct 03, 2025
Seasonal
A Gloucestershire local authority is seeking experienced Housing Options Officers specifically to deal with Backlog cases. They are looking to strengthen their frontline housing service. You'll be helping people overcome housing challenges by offering tailored advice and practical solutions. Park Avenue has an excellent track record with this council, having successfully placed a number of contractors there. What You'll Be Doing Deliver clear, practical housing advice and prevention support to residents at risk of homelessness Dealing with Backlog cases Assess cases under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Issue Section 184 decisions within the required timescales and as well as part VII Manage a varied caseload, including complex cases, in line with statutory duties Hybrid working Locata knowledge is essential This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in tackling homelessness and supporting those most in need. Please email your CV immediately if you are interested!
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Private Rented Sector Discharge Officer behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: The Private Rented Sector Discharge Officer will liaise with Landlords and Agents to secure properties and undertake assessments on clients to ensure a private rented tenancy is suitable for them. The officer is required to assess the suitability of the property and provide tenancy related advice and support working together with the household to help them maintain an existing tenancy or support the household to move on from temporary accommodation into their own permanent home. The post holder will also be responsible for monitoring the choice-based lettings bidding of accepted homeless households to ensure compliance within the councils allocations policy and intervene as necessary. You will be responsible to: To visit/work with households in Temporary Accommodation (TA) to provide them with advice and guidance on the full range of housing options available to them and manage their expectations, taking into account their needs, their priority on the Housing Register and ability to sustain other options, including private rented accommodation. Undertake detailed suitability assessments giving consideration for example to the physical condition of the accommodation, location, affordability, overcrowding, and risk of violence from any person to enable to discharge the council homeless duty. You will liaise with Landlords and Agents to secure properties and undertake assessments on clients to ensure a private rented tenancy is suitable for them. You will be required to assess the suitability of the property and provide tenancy related advice and support working together with the household to help move on from TA, into their own permanent home. You will monitor biding activity across households in TA and offer support to those households who require assistance, in order to help them make informed choices ensuring compliance within the council's allocations policy and intervene as necessary. To undertake casework including completion of financial affordability assessments, assessing suitability of properties and issuing discharge of the duty decisions subject to the council's statutory duty for households to whom the council owes a full housing duty under the Housing Act 1996 Part VII as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act. You will have knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Equality Duty subject to the Equality Act 2010 and its effect on discharge of duty decisions. To assist homeless households in TA deal with the effects of the welfare reforms by providing advice and assistance on benefit entitlement and referral for employment opportunities and support. Skills and Experience: Demonstrable experience of working in a busy and pressurised environment as part of a team to achieve set targets and outcomes within a housing arena Demonstrable experience of working with vulnerable individuals and families with complex needs Strong communications skills both written and orally, influencing, negotiating in person and on behalf of individuals and providing advice to aide with. Empowering individuals to resolve their problems Good numerical skills to carry out affordability tests to recommend financial awards/grants/loans working on ledgers and assessing on finance issues whilst ensuring within affordability envelope to protect the council from incurring additional costs Able to work under pressure, manage competing work demands methodically to achieve targets and meet changing demands and priorities Able to deal with difficult customers and maintain positive working relationship at all levels Able to problem resolute, critically analyse financial and management information, think outside the box and sell the positives of a property or service in a reassuring and supportive manner Able to undertake casework including completion of financial affordability assessments, assessing suitability of properties and issuing discharge of the duty decisions subject to the council's statutory duty for households to whom the council owes a full housing duty under the Housing Act 1996 Part VII as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act Demonstrable knowledge of Housing and Homelessness legislation, Housing Act 1996, parts VI and VII, as amended, the Homelessness Act 2002, Localism Act 2011, Homelessness Suitability of Accommodation (England) Order 2012, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related legislation and case law Good knowledge of landlord and tenant law, the possession grounds relating to rented properties and the eligibility criteria for means tested benefits NVQ level 3 in a relevant vocational relating to Housing or equivalent work experience or training GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English Ability to take a flexible work approach, able to for one Saturday per month with day off in lieu and work proactively Able to travel between sites, hold a clean driving licence and have access to a car is essential About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Oct 02, 2025
Contract
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Private Rented Sector Discharge Officer behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: The Private Rented Sector Discharge Officer will liaise with Landlords and Agents to secure properties and undertake assessments on clients to ensure a private rented tenancy is suitable for them. The officer is required to assess the suitability of the property and provide tenancy related advice and support working together with the household to help them maintain an existing tenancy or support the household to move on from temporary accommodation into their own permanent home. The post holder will also be responsible for monitoring the choice-based lettings bidding of accepted homeless households to ensure compliance within the councils allocations policy and intervene as necessary. You will be responsible to: To visit/work with households in Temporary Accommodation (TA) to provide them with advice and guidance on the full range of housing options available to them and manage their expectations, taking into account their needs, their priority on the Housing Register and ability to sustain other options, including private rented accommodation. Undertake detailed suitability assessments giving consideration for example to the physical condition of the accommodation, location, affordability, overcrowding, and risk of violence from any person to enable to discharge the council homeless duty. You will liaise with Landlords and Agents to secure properties and undertake assessments on clients to ensure a private rented tenancy is suitable for them. You will be required to assess the suitability of the property and provide tenancy related advice and support working together with the household to help move on from TA, into their own permanent home. You will monitor biding activity across households in TA and offer support to those households who require assistance, in order to help them make informed choices ensuring compliance within the council's allocations policy and intervene as necessary. To undertake casework including completion of financial affordability assessments, assessing suitability of properties and issuing discharge of the duty decisions subject to the council's statutory duty for households to whom the council owes a full housing duty under the Housing Act 1996 Part VII as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act. You will have knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Equality Duty subject to the Equality Act 2010 and its effect on discharge of duty decisions. To assist homeless households in TA deal with the effects of the welfare reforms by providing advice and assistance on benefit entitlement and referral for employment opportunities and support. Skills and Experience: Demonstrable experience of working in a busy and pressurised environment as part of a team to achieve set targets and outcomes within a housing arena Demonstrable experience of working with vulnerable individuals and families with complex needs Strong communications skills both written and orally, influencing, negotiating in person and on behalf of individuals and providing advice to aide with. Empowering individuals to resolve their problems Good numerical skills to carry out affordability tests to recommend financial awards/grants/loans working on ledgers and assessing on finance issues whilst ensuring within affordability envelope to protect the council from incurring additional costs Able to work under pressure, manage competing work demands methodically to achieve targets and meet changing demands and priorities Able to deal with difficult customers and maintain positive working relationship at all levels Able to problem resolute, critically analyse financial and management information, think outside the box and sell the positives of a property or service in a reassuring and supportive manner Able to undertake casework including completion of financial affordability assessments, assessing suitability of properties and issuing discharge of the duty decisions subject to the council's statutory duty for households to whom the council owes a full housing duty under the Housing Act 1996 Part VII as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act Demonstrable knowledge of Housing and Homelessness legislation, Housing Act 1996, parts VI and VII, as amended, the Homelessness Act 2002, Localism Act 2011, Homelessness Suitability of Accommodation (England) Order 2012, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related legislation and case law Good knowledge of landlord and tenant law, the possession grounds relating to rented properties and the eligibility criteria for means tested benefits NVQ level 3 in a relevant vocational relating to Housing or equivalent work experience or training GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English Ability to take a flexible work approach, able to for one Saturday per month with day off in lieu and work proactively Able to travel between sites, hold a clean driving licence and have access to a car is essential About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
IMH Recruitment is seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join a dynamic team in Oxford, OX1. You will provide advice, support, and practical solutions to customers in housing need, including managing homelessness and prevention cases. Duties: Manage a personal caseload of homelessness and prevention cases. Assess applications and determine statutory duties under relevant housing legislation. Work proactively to prevent homelessness through advice, advocacy, and referrals. Liaise with internal teams, partner agencies, and clients to ensure early intervention. Conduct outreach visits, attend multi-agency meetings, and provide out-of-hours support as needed. Maintain accurate case records, reports, and use IT systems effectively. Support and train staff within partner agencies on homelessness prevention. Requirements : Experience in housing or a customer-focused frontline role. Strong knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation. Ability to manage complex cases, make independent decisions, and remain calm under pressure. Competent in IT systems, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and housing management software. GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent. Housing-related qualification desirable. A clean, Standard DBS is required for the role. Hours & Pay: Monday - Friday: (Working hours to be confirmed at interview stage) 19.70 Per Hour Weekly pay! Interested? Send your up-to-date CV today! For more information, call (phone number removed) !
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
IMH Recruitment is seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join a dynamic team in Oxford, OX1. You will provide advice, support, and practical solutions to customers in housing need, including managing homelessness and prevention cases. Duties: Manage a personal caseload of homelessness and prevention cases. Assess applications and determine statutory duties under relevant housing legislation. Work proactively to prevent homelessness through advice, advocacy, and referrals. Liaise with internal teams, partner agencies, and clients to ensure early intervention. Conduct outreach visits, attend multi-agency meetings, and provide out-of-hours support as needed. Maintain accurate case records, reports, and use IT systems effectively. Support and train staff within partner agencies on homelessness prevention. Requirements : Experience in housing or a customer-focused frontline role. Strong knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation. Ability to manage complex cases, make independent decisions, and remain calm under pressure. Competent in IT systems, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and housing management software. GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent. Housing-related qualification desirable. A clean, Standard DBS is required for the role. Hours & Pay: Monday - Friday: (Working hours to be confirmed at interview stage) 19.70 Per Hour Weekly pay! Interested? Send your up-to-date CV today! For more information, call (phone number removed) !
Job title: Housing Solutions Advisor Contract length: 2 months (sick cover, potential extensions) Pay rate: 17.50 per hour Location: Bridgend County JOB PURPOSE Provide a comprehensive assessment, options, advice, and assistance service to those approaching or referred to the Council on all aspects of housing and housing-related support. The aim is to prevent homelessness, maximise choice, and minimise housing need. Ensure the Council's statutory duties in relation to homelessness, or those threatened with homelessness, are discharged in accordance with statutory provisions, the code of guidance, and the Council's policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES Comprehensively assess, investigate, and verify the housing, social, support, and medical needs of applicants for housing in accordance with the Council's Social Housing Allocations Scheme and procedures. This will be done through interviews, home visits, and liaison with all relevant statutory and voluntary agencies. Provide a point of contact for advice and support for frontline officers and customers seeking advice and assistance relating to all aspects of homelessness, accommodation, disrepair, money management (including benefits), and housing rights. Make appropriate referrals to other agencies and Housing Support Providers to ensure that high-quality support and assistance are available to achieve positive outcomes for customers. Participate in office and telephone rotas as required. Interview, advise, and investigate applications from persons presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness in accordance with the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, including difficult and complex cases. These may include, but are not limited to, ex-offenders, young persons, those with mental ill health, and substance misuse clients. Seek appropriate advice and information to ensure applications are determined and decisions are notified within agreed timescales, preventing homelessness wherever possible. Where necessary, identify, secure, and organise temporary accommodation and storage facilities for homeless households, arranging support as appropriate. Undertake proactive and detailed casework, devising creative and innovative solutions to customers' housing problems. Contact third parties such as private landlords, letting agents, and building societies to resolve housing problems and/or prevent homelessness. Maintain manual and computer records to ensure they accurately describe customers' housing needs, their current situation, the advice provided, and outcomes achieved. Assist customers to obtain accommodation in both the private and public sectors. This may involve providing assistance with form completion or telephone enquiries, liaising with housing providers and other agencies, promoting initiatives, and making referrals as appropriate (e.g., shared ownership, supported housing schemes, and the Council's Empty Homes scheme). Share supervisory responsibility for the Housing Solutions Assistant, including allocating and checking work on a daily basis. When appropriate, visit applicants in their homes or in hospital to take homeless applications. Participate on a rota basis with homeless prevention assessments in Parc Prison to take all reasonable steps to prevent a prisoner being homeless on release. Assist as necessary in the provision of emergency advice and assistance outside normal office hours, including arranging temporary accommodation. Keep up to date with current housing legislation, case law, policy, and practice. Contribute to the development of policy and new initiatives by providing feedback on the changing nature of housing needs encountered on a day-to-day basis. Develop and maintain specialist knowledge in agreed areas such as single homelessness, money advice, and complex needs. Represent the Authority on relevant inter-agency panels and case conferences in respect of homelessness and housing needs casework. Work as a member of a team and contribute to the achievement of team performance. Undertake any other duties allocated by the Housing Solutions Team Leader that are consistent with the responsibilities and grading of the post. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Extensive knowledge of policy, procedures, and practices in housing needs and homelessness. Previous experience of dealing with a wide range of people, including vulnerable persons who may present complex and challenging behaviour (face-to-face, telephone, and email). Current and detailed knowledge of housing legislation, code of guidance, and case law. Experience in conducting complex investigations, enquiries, interviews, and casework management. Recent experience and competency in at least four of the following areas of housing advice, homelessness, and assessment work Provision of information, advice, and assistance on all housing matters and related issues, primarily aimed at the prevention of homelessness (including welfare benefits, money management, and housing rights). Advice and assistance with accessing all forms of accommodation, including supported and sheltered housing across all tenures. Assessment and determination of applications for assistance under the provisions of the Housing and Homelessness Acts. Proactive approach in seeking housing solutions. Experience of constructing multi-agency support packages. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 30, 2025
Seasonal
Job title: Housing Solutions Advisor Contract length: 2 months (sick cover, potential extensions) Pay rate: 17.50 per hour Location: Bridgend County JOB PURPOSE Provide a comprehensive assessment, options, advice, and assistance service to those approaching or referred to the Council on all aspects of housing and housing-related support. The aim is to prevent homelessness, maximise choice, and minimise housing need. Ensure the Council's statutory duties in relation to homelessness, or those threatened with homelessness, are discharged in accordance with statutory provisions, the code of guidance, and the Council's policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES Comprehensively assess, investigate, and verify the housing, social, support, and medical needs of applicants for housing in accordance with the Council's Social Housing Allocations Scheme and procedures. This will be done through interviews, home visits, and liaison with all relevant statutory and voluntary agencies. Provide a point of contact for advice and support for frontline officers and customers seeking advice and assistance relating to all aspects of homelessness, accommodation, disrepair, money management (including benefits), and housing rights. Make appropriate referrals to other agencies and Housing Support Providers to ensure that high-quality support and assistance are available to achieve positive outcomes for customers. Participate in office and telephone rotas as required. Interview, advise, and investigate applications from persons presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness in accordance with the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, including difficult and complex cases. These may include, but are not limited to, ex-offenders, young persons, those with mental ill health, and substance misuse clients. Seek appropriate advice and information to ensure applications are determined and decisions are notified within agreed timescales, preventing homelessness wherever possible. Where necessary, identify, secure, and organise temporary accommodation and storage facilities for homeless households, arranging support as appropriate. Undertake proactive and detailed casework, devising creative and innovative solutions to customers' housing problems. Contact third parties such as private landlords, letting agents, and building societies to resolve housing problems and/or prevent homelessness. Maintain manual and computer records to ensure they accurately describe customers' housing needs, their current situation, the advice provided, and outcomes achieved. Assist customers to obtain accommodation in both the private and public sectors. This may involve providing assistance with form completion or telephone enquiries, liaising with housing providers and other agencies, promoting initiatives, and making referrals as appropriate (e.g., shared ownership, supported housing schemes, and the Council's Empty Homes scheme). Share supervisory responsibility for the Housing Solutions Assistant, including allocating and checking work on a daily basis. When appropriate, visit applicants in their homes or in hospital to take homeless applications. Participate on a rota basis with homeless prevention assessments in Parc Prison to take all reasonable steps to prevent a prisoner being homeless on release. Assist as necessary in the provision of emergency advice and assistance outside normal office hours, including arranging temporary accommodation. Keep up to date with current housing legislation, case law, policy, and practice. Contribute to the development of policy and new initiatives by providing feedback on the changing nature of housing needs encountered on a day-to-day basis. Develop and maintain specialist knowledge in agreed areas such as single homelessness, money advice, and complex needs. Represent the Authority on relevant inter-agency panels and case conferences in respect of homelessness and housing needs casework. Work as a member of a team and contribute to the achievement of team performance. Undertake any other duties allocated by the Housing Solutions Team Leader that are consistent with the responsibilities and grading of the post. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Extensive knowledge of policy, procedures, and practices in housing needs and homelessness. Previous experience of dealing with a wide range of people, including vulnerable persons who may present complex and challenging behaviour (face-to-face, telephone, and email). Current and detailed knowledge of housing legislation, code of guidance, and case law. Experience in conducting complex investigations, enquiries, interviews, and casework management. Recent experience and competency in at least four of the following areas of housing advice, homelessness, and assessment work Provision of information, advice, and assistance on all housing matters and related issues, primarily aimed at the prevention of homelessness (including welfare benefits, money management, and housing rights). Advice and assistance with accessing all forms of accommodation, including supported and sheltered housing across all tenures. Assessment and determination of applications for assistance under the provisions of the Housing and Homelessness Acts. Proactive approach in seeking housing solutions. Experience of constructing multi-agency support packages. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Vivid's client in the East Midlands is currently looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer for a minimum of 6 months. - Housing Options Officer - East Midlands - 6 months - 25 - 30 per hour - Start ASAP You will be part of a small but dedicated team responsible for the delivery of a busy housing options service responsible for: Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given sound housing advice Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finds suitable alternative housing Carrying out interviews with clients are risk of homelessness and offering alternative housing solutions To be considered for this role candidates should have: A strong knowledge of and understanding of Homelessness Prevention and The Housing Act, in particular parts 6 and 7 of the Act. The ability to resolve Homelessness issues using said knowledge of The Housing Act. Knowledge and experience of directly applying homelessness legislation in a Local Authority setting. Experience in issuing Section 184 Decisions with little to no guidance and an ability to interview clients and assess their applications quickly and accurately. Experience working with Single Homeless and Rough Sleepers. If you feel you meet the above requirements and are interested in applying, please get in touch with Oscar Bennison on (phone number removed) and submit an up to date CV Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sep 24, 2025
Contract
Vivid's client in the East Midlands is currently looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer for a minimum of 6 months. - Housing Options Officer - East Midlands - 6 months - 25 - 30 per hour - Start ASAP You will be part of a small but dedicated team responsible for the delivery of a busy housing options service responsible for: Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given sound housing advice Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finds suitable alternative housing Carrying out interviews with clients are risk of homelessness and offering alternative housing solutions To be considered for this role candidates should have: A strong knowledge of and understanding of Homelessness Prevention and The Housing Act, in particular parts 6 and 7 of the Act. The ability to resolve Homelessness issues using said knowledge of The Housing Act. Knowledge and experience of directly applying homelessness legislation in a Local Authority setting. Experience in issuing Section 184 Decisions with little to no guidance and an ability to interview clients and assess their applications quickly and accurately. Experience working with Single Homeless and Rough Sleepers. If you feel you meet the above requirements and are interested in applying, please get in touch with Oscar Bennison on (phone number removed) and submit an up to date CV Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.
Do you have experience working as a Housing Triage Officer? I'm excited to be able to recruit for my client who is looking for a Housing Triage Officer in London. As a part of the role, you will provide a flexible, person-centred approach towards homeless client. You will need to have experience of casework with vulnerable people as well as working in partnerships with a variety of agencies. Duties: Providing personalised support to allow the customers to maintain a tenancy and address, as well as any other need identified. Using the knowledge of the Council's housing and community care procedures along with knowledge of housing support services to provide advice, assistance and support to multiple complex needs customers accepted for a Housing First Service. Providing advice, support and access to relevant Housing Options, benefits, and other entitlements available to Housing First Customer. Ensuring the customer can maintain the tenancy provided by linking the customer into all available support available. Liaising with private landlords to secure and maintain accommodation for the customer. To liaise with all statutory partners in health, housing, social care, police and support providers to ensure the customer can maintain the tenancy provided. Minimum Requirements: Previous experience of liaising with agencies and working in homelessness Eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Guaranteed weekly payment
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
Do you have experience working as a Housing Triage Officer? I'm excited to be able to recruit for my client who is looking for a Housing Triage Officer in London. As a part of the role, you will provide a flexible, person-centred approach towards homeless client. You will need to have experience of casework with vulnerable people as well as working in partnerships with a variety of agencies. Duties: Providing personalised support to allow the customers to maintain a tenancy and address, as well as any other need identified. Using the knowledge of the Council's housing and community care procedures along with knowledge of housing support services to provide advice, assistance and support to multiple complex needs customers accepted for a Housing First Service. Providing advice, support and access to relevant Housing Options, benefits, and other entitlements available to Housing First Customer. Ensuring the customer can maintain the tenancy provided by linking the customer into all available support available. Liaising with private landlords to secure and maintain accommodation for the customer. To liaise with all statutory partners in health, housing, social care, police and support providers to ensure the customer can maintain the tenancy provided. Minimum Requirements: Previous experience of liaising with agencies and working in homelessness Eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Guaranteed weekly payment
The post-holder will be proactively delivering Housing Options Advice, investigating householder circumstances and undertaking statutory assessments in order to determine the best options and resources available on a case by case basis for Homeless Clientss. The person will ensure statutory requirements are met and local team targets are delivered through case work and referrals. Detailed knowledge of HRA and the relevant legislation is essential as is being extremely organised and ability to work on related project work linked with the role. What we a looking for from you : Experience directly interviewing homeless clients under Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 2017 Working knowledge of carrying out reviews in a busy environment, liaising with external parties when necessary Up to date knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and other relevant case laws which would help inform your decision making What are your responsibilities? Responsible for reviewing decisions made under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 Provide advice and guidance on how to improve Section 184 decision letters. If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate. Ackerman Pierce can guarantee a weekly payment service and a 1-2-1 account manager during your time with the agency. We will also pay for your DBS if we place you and keep it up to date during your time with us. Including an Ackerman Pierce welcome pack to
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
The post-holder will be proactively delivering Housing Options Advice, investigating householder circumstances and undertaking statutory assessments in order to determine the best options and resources available on a case by case basis for Homeless Clientss. The person will ensure statutory requirements are met and local team targets are delivered through case work and referrals. Detailed knowledge of HRA and the relevant legislation is essential as is being extremely organised and ability to work on related project work linked with the role. What we a looking for from you : Experience directly interviewing homeless clients under Part 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 2017 Working knowledge of carrying out reviews in a busy environment, liaising with external parties when necessary Up to date knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and other relevant case laws which would help inform your decision making What are your responsibilities? Responsible for reviewing decisions made under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 Provide advice and guidance on how to improve Section 184 decision letters. If you have previous experience in these areas and keen to develop your knowledge further this is a perfect team for you. Management that are willing to help all case managers be the best they can possibly along with a strong hour rate. Ackerman Pierce can guarantee a weekly payment service and a 1-2-1 account manager during your time with the agency. We will also pay for your DBS if we place you and keep it up to date during your time with us. Including an Ackerman Pierce welcome pack to
We are seeking a proactive Housing Solutions Officer to provide specialist housing advice, homelessness prevention, and casework management in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This role is critical in supporting residents at risk of homelessness, offering tailored housing solutions, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties. You will work with a diverse caseload, including those facing eviction, domestic abuse survivors, and individuals with complex housing needs, securing long-term sustainable accommodation through prevention, relief, and housing options strategies. Key Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive, person-centred housing advice to prevent homelessness. Manage a caseload of clients under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, ensuring decisions comply with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Assess applications under the prevention and relief duties, issuing S.184 decision letters where required. Identify and address safeguarding concerns, making referrals to support services as necessary. Work collaboratively with social services, mental health teams, domestic abuse support agencies, and benefits advisors to assist vulnerable clients. Support clients in accessing welfare benefits, discretionary housing payments, and other financial assistance. About You Experience working in homelessness prevention, housing options, or housing casework. Strong understanding of housing law, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and welfare benefits. Experience managing complex homelessness and tenancy sustainment cases. Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with landlords, tenants, and support services. Ability to interpret and apply housing legislation to support decision-making. Strong problem-solving and case management skills, with experience handling high-volume workloads. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Sep 01, 2025
Contract
We are seeking a proactive Housing Solutions Officer to provide specialist housing advice, homelessness prevention, and casework management in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This role is critical in supporting residents at risk of homelessness, offering tailored housing solutions, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties. You will work with a diverse caseload, including those facing eviction, domestic abuse survivors, and individuals with complex housing needs, securing long-term sustainable accommodation through prevention, relief, and housing options strategies. Key Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive, person-centred housing advice to prevent homelessness. Manage a caseload of clients under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, ensuring decisions comply with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Assess applications under the prevention and relief duties, issuing S.184 decision letters where required. Identify and address safeguarding concerns, making referrals to support services as necessary. Work collaboratively with social services, mental health teams, domestic abuse support agencies, and benefits advisors to assist vulnerable clients. Support clients in accessing welfare benefits, discretionary housing payments, and other financial assistance. About You Experience working in homelessness prevention, housing options, or housing casework. Strong understanding of housing law, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and welfare benefits. Experience managing complex homelessness and tenancy sustainment cases. Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with landlords, tenants, and support services. Ability to interpret and apply housing legislation to support decision-making. Strong problem-solving and case management skills, with experience handling high-volume workloads. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Housing Options Officer (Housing Register) Hertford Contract £15.71 per hour PAYE or £20 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer (Housing Register) This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Provide housing advice and assistance to customers in line with current legislation and council policy, providing a professional, sensitive and confidential service. To be responsible for initial assessments of applicants in housing need that approach the council either by telephone, in writing, by email or following referrals made by other public bodies. To make decisions on whether an applicant is eligible for assistance, and if they are homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days, notify the applicant in writing. Book appointments for those that are homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days and refer to the Senior Housing Options Officer (Prevention and Relief) . For those applicants not homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 working days provide housing advice in line with current legislation and council policy including providing assistance with applications for social housing. To keep up to date with changes in legislation, case law, and eligibility for benefits that may affect the advice and information given. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Sep 01, 2025
Contract
Housing Options Officer (Housing Register) Hertford Contract £15.71 per hour PAYE or £20 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer (Housing Register) This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Provide housing advice and assistance to customers in line with current legislation and council policy, providing a professional, sensitive and confidential service. To be responsible for initial assessments of applicants in housing need that approach the council either by telephone, in writing, by email or following referrals made by other public bodies. To make decisions on whether an applicant is eligible for assistance, and if they are homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days, notify the applicant in writing. Book appointments for those that are homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days and refer to the Senior Housing Options Officer (Prevention and Relief) . For those applicants not homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 working days provide housing advice in line with current legislation and council policy including providing assistance with applications for social housing. To keep up to date with changes in legislation, case law, and eligibility for benefits that may affect the advice and information given. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
A Local Authority in Essex is looking for a Senior Housing Options Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract . Although titled Senior Officer , this role operates at a Team Leader level within their structure. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day support and mentoring of 3 to 5 Housing Options Officers , as well as overseeing duty cover twice a week . While the Homelessness Manager handles formal 1-to-1s, you'll be the go-to person for operational advice, case support, and escalation queries. Experience using Locata is highly desirable. If you're an experienced Housing Options professional with a supportive leadership style and a strong understanding of Part 7 duties, this could be a great fit. To express interest, please send your CV to (url removed) . Interviews are expected to be arranged shortly.
Sep 01, 2025
Contract
A Local Authority in Essex is looking for a Senior Housing Options Officer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract . Although titled Senior Officer , this role operates at a Team Leader level within their structure. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day support and mentoring of 3 to 5 Housing Options Officers , as well as overseeing duty cover twice a week . While the Homelessness Manager handles formal 1-to-1s, you'll be the go-to person for operational advice, case support, and escalation queries. Experience using Locata is highly desirable. If you're an experienced Housing Options professional with a supportive leadership style and a strong understanding of Part 7 duties, this could be a great fit. To express interest, please send your CV to (url removed) . Interviews are expected to be arranged shortly.
Housing Options Triage & Support Officer Location: Wallfields, Hertford, SG13 8EQ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 12.24 per day Job Ref: OR11066 Job Responsibilities This role involves being the initial point of contact for individuals seeking housing advice through various communication channels such as telephone, email, or in person. Key responsibilities include: Conducting initial assessments of customers' needs and circumstances. Booking housing assessments and directing customers to appropriate organizations for further assistance. Collecting necessary information and documentation to process housing register applications and allocate housing points. Person Specification The ideal candidate should possess the following attributes: Ability to work from the office at least twice a week. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers and stakeholders. Proficiency in using MS Teams for virtual interviews and meetings. Organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Sep 01, 2025
Contract
Housing Options Triage & Support Officer Location: Wallfields, Hertford, SG13 8EQ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 12.24 per day Job Ref: OR11066 Job Responsibilities This role involves being the initial point of contact for individuals seeking housing advice through various communication channels such as telephone, email, or in person. Key responsibilities include: Conducting initial assessments of customers' needs and circumstances. Booking housing assessments and directing customers to appropriate organizations for further assistance. Collecting necessary information and documentation to process housing register applications and allocate housing points. Person Specification The ideal candidate should possess the following attributes: Ability to work from the office at least twice a week. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers and stakeholders. Proficiency in using MS Teams for virtual interviews and meetings. Organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Gloucestershire based practice is currently looking for a Junior level Architectural Technician/ Technologist for their busy Architectural studio.
They offer Architectural Design and Urban Design and work predominantly in a huge variety of residential projects. These vary from 200 – 250 schemes to much larger schemes.
Currently employing around 120 members of staff in their offices they are seeking a Junior Architectural Technician who has the right attitude to enhance their knowledge of the technical stages, specifically in the residential and Housing sectors.
About the Role:
• Producing Technical working drawings, elevations, detailing and house types
• Put together application packages for large-scale traditional housing developments
• Liaise with officers at Local Councils, Key Consultees as well as Local Ward members
• Planning applications and UK Building Regulations
• AutoCAD and Photoshop
What’s on offer:
• A competitive salary and competitive benefits package
• Clear routes for progression within a growing team - Invest in their staff
• Training and support from both internal and external resources
• A relaxed office environment with hybrid flexible working options
Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Gloucestershire based practice is currently looking for a Junior level Architectural Technician/ Technologist for their busy Architectural studio.
They offer Architectural Design and Urban Design and work predominantly in a huge variety of residential projects. These vary from 200 – 250 schemes to much larger schemes.
Currently employing around 120 members of staff in their offices they are seeking a Junior Architectural Technician who has the right attitude to enhance their knowledge of the technical stages, specifically in the residential and Housing sectors.
About the Role:
• Producing Technical working drawings, elevations, detailing and house types
• Put together application packages for large-scale traditional housing developments
• Liaise with officers at Local Councils, Key Consultees as well as Local Ward members
• Planning applications and UK Building Regulations
• AutoCAD and Photoshop
What’s on offer:
• A competitive salary and competitive benefits package
• Clear routes for progression within a growing team - Invest in their staff
• Training and support from both internal and external resources
• A relaxed office environment with hybrid flexible working options
Construction Jobs
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
A Local Authority based in Tyne & Wear is looking for a DFG (disabled facilities grant) adaptation officer to join their home improvement team.
This is a full time, temporary position and the ideal candidate will be a customer service individual with experience dealing with DFGs and will have had experience in a similar role.
The purpose of the role is to provide support to vulnerable customers through the Disabled Facilities Grants and adaptation process.
The role will include responding to complaints and giving advice to customers on housing options and property improvement options.
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £15 p/hour Umbrella Ltd (approx. £400 p/week NET after deductions). So if this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call James at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed)
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Nov 09, 2020
A Local Authority based in Tyne & Wear is looking for a DFG (disabled facilities grant) adaptation officer to join their home improvement team.
This is a full time, temporary position and the ideal candidate will be a customer service individual with experience dealing with DFGs and will have had experience in a similar role.
The purpose of the role is to provide support to vulnerable customers through the Disabled Facilities Grants and adaptation process.
The role will include responding to complaints and giving advice to customers on housing options and property improvement options.
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £15 p/hour Umbrella Ltd (approx. £400 p/week NET after deductions). So if this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call James at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed)
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Construction Recruitment
Spennymoor, County Durham
Internally this will be known as: Compliance and Cyclical Works Coordinator
About the role
Social Housing property health and safety compliance is critical to safeguarding the security and wellbeing of our tenants. We are committed to applying diligence, care and relentless proactivity in our approach to this service. Our tenants and our Regulatory Body expect nothing less.
We are looking for an exceptional candidate to establish, maintain and analyse our compliance, cyclical works and facilities management reporting systems, ensuring that compliance procedures are being adhered to and breaches are reported.
You will play an active role in monitoring the safe delivery of construction contracts with our main provider, Mears, and with sub-contractors. By ensuring the highest standards of data quality and evidence logging, you will play a key role in monitoring contract performance and have the insight and innovation to forecast problems and apply preventative measures.
About you
Your excellent negotiation and influencing skills along with a collaborative mindset will enable you to build positive relationships with our stakeholders whilst demonstrating an unflinching commitment to due diligence and system integrity.
With a qualification in Data Management, IT systems, Business Administration or Construction, you will have experience from within a property compliance / health and safety role and have good knowledge of the principles underpinning effective data quality, information compliance and business intelligence systems.
You will have skills in collating, analysing and evaluating compliance data/information/intelligence to identify areas of improvement along with an understanding of GDPR legislation and its application in a Housing context.
Your options for future career progression in this field will be further bolstered via full funding and time to study to achieve the new industry-standard VRQ qualifications in gas and electrical safety management.
If you are passionate about ensuring the safety of our customers within an organisation that is committed to providing successful and sustainable tenancies then we would welcome your application to this role.
Oct 09, 2020
Full time
Internally this will be known as: Compliance and Cyclical Works Coordinator
About the role
Social Housing property health and safety compliance is critical to safeguarding the security and wellbeing of our tenants. We are committed to applying diligence, care and relentless proactivity in our approach to this service. Our tenants and our Regulatory Body expect nothing less.
We are looking for an exceptional candidate to establish, maintain and analyse our compliance, cyclical works and facilities management reporting systems, ensuring that compliance procedures are being adhered to and breaches are reported.
You will play an active role in monitoring the safe delivery of construction contracts with our main provider, Mears, and with sub-contractors. By ensuring the highest standards of data quality and evidence logging, you will play a key role in monitoring contract performance and have the insight and innovation to forecast problems and apply preventative measures.
About you
Your excellent negotiation and influencing skills along with a collaborative mindset will enable you to build positive relationships with our stakeholders whilst demonstrating an unflinching commitment to due diligence and system integrity.
With a qualification in Data Management, IT systems, Business Administration or Construction, you will have experience from within a property compliance / health and safety role and have good knowledge of the principles underpinning effective data quality, information compliance and business intelligence systems.
You will have skills in collating, analysing and evaluating compliance data/information/intelligence to identify areas of improvement along with an understanding of GDPR legislation and its application in a Housing context.
Your options for future career progression in this field will be further bolstered via full funding and time to study to achieve the new industry-standard VRQ qualifications in gas and electrical safety management.
If you are passionate about ensuring the safety of our customers within an organisation that is committed to providing successful and sustainable tenancies then we would welcome your application to this role.
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