Housing Options Officer

Housing Options Officer

Rate: 19.07 per hour (PAYE) / 28 per hour (Umbrella) per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Location: Maidenhead

We are looking for a housing options officer to support the delivery of affordable housing within a local authority-based environment, using knowledge of viability assessments and working closely with legal teams. To provide effective housing advice, homelessness prevention, and statutory homelessness services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide housing advice and conduct outreach visits.
• Assess homelessness applications under the Housing Act 1996.
• Explore all housing options to prevent homelessness.
• Investigate illegal eviction and harassment cases.
• Respond to enquiries and participate in out-of-hours rota.
• Work with internal and external partners to support housing solutions.
• Promote tenant and landlord rights and deliver training.
• Stay updated on housing legislation and best practices.

Experience:

• Strong understanding of housing and homelessness legislation
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals and housing providers
• Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally
• Ability to travel across the borough
• Enhanced DBS required
• Driving licence desirable

If you are interested in the above role, please apply with your updated CV attached.