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We are looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer / Homelessness Officer to join a local authority housing service. This role is ideal for candidates with strong knowledge of homelessness prevention, housing advice, housing options, case management, and the Housing Act. Key Details Job Title: Housing Options Officer / Homelessness Officer Sector: Local Authority Housing / Homelessness Prevention Pay: £29.35ph umbrella Hours: 37 per week Contract: Temporary, 17 weeks Start: 14 September 2026 Role Purpose You'll provide front-line housing advice, homelessness prevention support and housing options assessments for applicants who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. Key Responsibilities Provide housing advice on homelessness prevention, housing options, tenancy rights and security of tenure. Assess homelessness applications and support applicants under relevant housing legislation. Manage a busy housing caseload with accurate case notes, evidence and applicant records. Identify practical housing solutions, including prevention, relief and move-on options. Liaise with landlords, housing providers, local authority teams and external support agencies. Communicate clearly with applicants by phone, email and letter. Support vulnerable applicants with inclusive, person-centred and outcome-focused advice. Essential Skills and Experience Experience as a Housing Options Officer, Homelessness Officer, Housing Needs Officer or similar. Strong local authority housing, homelessness prevention or housing advice experience. Knowledge of homelessness assessments, applicant interviews and housing legislation. Excellent case management, negotiation and customer service skills. Confident working with vulnerable people and managing challenging conversations. Highly organised, accurate and able to manage a busy caseload. Fluent English, in line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. A level standard or equivalent knowledge to NVQ Level 4. Desirable Knowledge Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Suitability Order 2012, landlord and tenant law, and security of tenure. Housing options, homelessness relief, prevention duties and supported accommodation pathways. Data protection, equality, diversity and safeguarding awareness in a housing advice setting. Partnership working across housing, social care, voluntary sector and local authority services. Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for a housing options professional to support homelessness prevention, deliver quality housing advice and improve outcomes for residents across Somerset. How to Apply Apply today with your updated CV if you have experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, housing advice or local authority housing services. DBHRSolutions is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Adecco are currently recruiting several experienced Housing Solutions Officers to join a fast-paced Housing Demand team within a London local authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in preventing and relieving homelessness , supporting vulnerable residents, and delivering impactful housing outcomes. Housing Solutions Officer Public Sector - Local Authority Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension Full Time - Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week 245 per day Umbrella inside IR35 IT Equipment Provided ASAP Start Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office (based in Ealing), remainder at home About You You will be an experienced Housing Officer with a strong background in homelessness prevention and casework within a local authority or similar environment. Essential skills & experience: Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 , Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 , and relevant case law Proven experience managing complex caseloads and delivering outcomes in a fast-paced environment Confident conducting interviews, assessments, and drafting detailed decision letters Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly to customers Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, particularly with landlords and support services Customer-focused approach with empathy for vulnerable individuals Organised, resilient, and able to work to strict statutory deadlines Key Responsibilities Assess homelessness applications in line with Housing Act 1996 (Part VII) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Make robust, legally sound decisions on eligibility, priority need, and intentionality Take proactive steps to prevent and relieve homelessness through early intervention and casework Interview and support customers at risk, providing clear advice on housing options and alternatives Negotiate with landlords and partners to secure sustainable accommodation solutions Liaise with internal departments, legal services, and external agencies to deliver positive outcomes Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with statutory duties Identify safeguarding concerns and support vulnerable households appropriately Contribute to reducing reliance on temporary accommodation and improving service outcomes Why Apply? Competitive daily rate Flexible hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to contribute directly to reducing homelessness and improving residents' lives Work within a collaborative, high-performing local authority team 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 currently looking for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer to join a busy Housing Needs service. The role will focus on assessing homelessness applications, making statutory decisions and preventing and relieving homelessness in accordance with Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996. The successful candidate will manage complex homelessness cases with a high degree of autonomy, including decisions around statutory duties and Private Rented Sector offers. The Role Assessing homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. Completing detailed investigations and making legally compliant homelessness decisions. Assessing Housing Register applications in accordance with Part VI. Developing and delivering prevention and relief options for households at risk of homelessness. Making appropriate Private Rented Sector offers to reduce reliance on temporary accommodation. Making decisions regarding the ending and discharge of statutory homelessness duties. Preparing statutory decision letters, legal documentation and reports. Responding to enquiries from applicants, solicitors, advocates and partner agencies. Supporting junior officers with complex cases, legislation and decision making. Working with Adult Social Care, Children's Services and other partners on complex cases. Key Requirements Significant experience within Housing Options, Housing Solutions or Homelessness Assessment. Strong working knowledge of Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996. Experience completing complex homelessness assessments and making statutory decisions. Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, case law and statutory guidance. Experience drafting legally robust homelessness decision letters. Experience preventing and relieving homelessness through a range of housing options. Experience making decisions around ending statutory duties and Private Rented Sector offers. Knowledge of associated legislation including the Children Act and mental health legislation. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Housing Solutions Officer role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If this role matches your experience but not the rate, location or seniority, please send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit for Housing Solutions Officers, Housing Options Officers, Homelessness Officers and Housing Needs Officers across the UK. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy.

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Solutions Officer for a local authority in East London. In this role, you will provide housing advice, assess housing needs and help residents secure suitable accommodation. Duties: Assess residents' housing needs and circumstances, identifying appropriate housing solutions. Provide clear and accurate advice on housing options, homelessness and tenancy matters. Manage a caseload, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales. Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to secure suitable accommodation and support for residents. Qualifications and Experience: Experience working within a housing, homelessness or local authority environment. Experience assessing housing needs and providing housing advice to residents. Experience managing a caseload and maintaining accurate case records. Experience working with vulnerable customers and partner agencies to achieve housing outcomes. What's on offer: Salary: 30ph+ may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3-6 months minimum Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed). INDSCGTK

Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) Cladding Remediation Central London The Company We are working in partnership with one of the UK's leading main contractors, a highly respected business with a strong presence across the southeast. With over 25 years of successful project delivery, the company has established long-standing relationships with key clients, securing a significant order book and a robust pipeline of work across multiple sectors. This opportunity sits within a well-established London and South division, specialising in refurbishment, remediation, retrofit and building safety projects. Their diverse portfolio includes residential developments, student accommodation and large-scale regeneration schemes delivered for local authorities, housing associations and private sector clients. Supported by an experienced and highly regarded leadership team, the business has built a reputation for delivering complex projects to the highest standards while maintaining a collaborative and people-focused culture. The Role Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join their team on a permanent basis, supporting the delivery of major cladding remediation projects across Central London . As the key link between residents, site teams and project stakeholders, you will play a crucial role in ensuring residents are kept informed, supported and engaged throughout the duration of the works. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and delivering exceptional customer service within a construction environment. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for residents before, during and after project works. Build positive and professional relationships with residents, responding to enquiries and resolving concerns efficiently. Carry out resident profiling, needs assessments and satisfaction surveys. Organise and attend resident consultations, meetings, open days and community engagement events. Coordinate access arrangements to facilitate project delivery while minimising disruption. Provide regular updates to residents regarding programme milestones, project progress and upcoming works. Work closely with site teams and project managers to ensure resident issues are communicated and addressed effectively. Maintain accurate records of resident communications, complaints and actions taken in line with company procedures. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience as a Resident Liaison Officer or in a customer-facing role within construction, refurbishment, maintenance or social housing. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders. Strong organisational and administrative abilities, with attention to detail. A professional, empathetic and solutions-focused approach when dealing with sensitive situations. Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. What's on Offer Permanent position with a market-leading contractor. Long-term pipeline of secured work across London and the South East. Opportunity to work on high-profile building safety and remediation projects. Supportive team environment and strong leadership. Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. If you're an experienced Resident Liaison Officer looking to join a reputable contractor with a strong order book and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Belmont Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Housing Solutions Officer to work with our client based in the Manchester area. This is a temporary role working full-time hours, Monday to Friday. Overview: The role holder will provide high quality support, advice and guidance to service users, working with individuals to assess their needs, manage risks and develop plans to support positive outcomes. The role will focus on preventing homelessness, supporting vulnerable residents and assisting service users to access appropriate housing options and support services. Main Duties: Providing advice, guidance and support to service users experiencing housing difficulties or at risk of homelessness Assessing individual needs, identifying risks and developing appropriate support plans Working with applicants to develop realistic and outcome-focused Personal Housing Plans to prevent homelessness Supporting service users to access appropriate statutory, voluntary and community-based services Providing housing options advice and assisting applicants to secure suitable accommodation Undertaking home visits and delivering housing advice and support within community locations and partner organisations where required Working closely with partner agencies and stakeholders to promote independence and positive outcomes for vulnerable residents Maintaining accurate records, updating systems and supporting performance monitoring requirements Providing advice and expertise to partner agencies and stakeholders regarding housing support and homelessness prevention Essential Criteria: Excellent working knowledge and understanding of homelessness legislation and housing advice provision Previous experience working within housing, homelessness or a related support service Experience assessing individual needs, managing risk and developing support plans Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills Experience working with vulnerable individuals and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes Ability to work effectively with statutory and voluntary agencies Ability to manage a varied workload and maintain accurate records If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Mobile Home and Traveller Site Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: This specialist post will provide a single point of contact on behalf of the council in relation to all matters involving the Mobile Home and Traveller community which includes a diverse area covering individual support, site management, transit site provision, awareness training, community engagement and advising on related legislation and guidance. The postholder will be responsible for the delivery of effective and highly efficient management of the mobile home and traveller sites. This will include management of licenses, communal areas ensuring that internal and external communal areas are kept clean, free of rubbish, are well maintained and are safe for residents and other customers in line with specification. The postholder is responsible for the fair allocation of plots and act as the liaison between the council and the community. Co-ordinate the council's responsibilities in relation to unauthorised encampments which involves site visits, welfare assessments, provision of services, dealing with any community tensions from local residents and evidence preparation for legal purposes. Provide advice and assistance to private land owners and other stakeholders in relation to encampments on private land. Ensure the council meets its legal obligations in relation to the provision of the council Mobile Home and Traveller sites. You will be responsible to: Carry out proactive monitoring of internal and external communal areas, and services provided to assist in meeting of service standards, statutory obligations, health and safety, fire safety, performance targets, customer satisfaction and value for money. Act as eyes and ears on the site and build good working relationships with residents. Ensure the highest quality of authorised local authority travellers' sites by undertaking investigations, inspections and enforcement activities in response to complaints and enquiries, ensuring that government and council policies, objectives, plans, priorities and legislation are successfully implemented. To act as the single point of contact for the public, Members, Police, business owners, partner agencies, staff, etc. in respect of all council matters relating to the mobile home and traveller community. Undertake visits, inspections and audits; maintain accurate and timely records and ensure that license conditions are kept to at all times. Ensure that plots are brought to standard where issues are identified in audits and other visits working with other services, e.g. BTS, Children's Services and Adult Social Care as and when necessary. Take all appropriate action to enforce the license including the prevention of housing fraud. For all legal action as necessary take and prepare statements, prepare and serve notices for court, attend court hearings and carry out evictions. In a 'supporting people' role provide an advocacy and supporting role to mobile home and traveller individuals and communities. This involves support, advice and representation in relation to accessing services to which they are entitled including benefits, education, DWP claims, housing, health and welfare matters, etc. Work collaboratively and in partnership with other relevant internal council and external services (ASC, Children's, NHS and VCSE etc.) to provide a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to tenancy support for high-risk cases, including people with multiple complex needs i.e. hoarding, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse etc. and hold and manage a case list taking the appropriate actions when necessary. Ensure that safeguarding alerts are made where necessary. Facilitate and develop appropriate consultation between the council and the Traveller community in the borough, ensuring that there is effective liaison between the community and the various agencies working in Ensure that notice and terminations are managed efficiently with a view to minimise rent loss. Manage the waiting list, terminations and sales in line with council policy. Complete sign-ups. Link into Tenant Participation, Green and Clean, BTS and other housing services as required. Skills and Experience: Knowledge and experience of the housing sector, ideally with experience of managing Mobile Home, Gypsy and Travellers services and sites Experience in implementing housing management practices such as allocation of accommodation/pitches, void management, tenancy management, customer involvement, neighbourhood management and anti-social behaviour Able to communicate effectively, and politely, in writing and verbally, with a range of people, including customers, internal colleagues and external agencies. Represent the service at internal and external meetings and maintain and build positive relationships Able to provide complex technical advice, offer realistic solutions to routine and complex technical issues and deal professionally with matters within the working remit Able to manage challenging and complex situations with strong negotiation and influencing skills In depth knowledge of current housing legislation, regulations and practice including detailed knowledge of housing issues, needs and operations In depth knowledge of housing management, welfare reform, benefits, debt and counselling and supporting and sustaining tenancies Full driving license with business insurance and access to own car or be able to travel around Luton and surrounding areas 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.

Housing Solutions Officer Coventry Hybrid Working Rate: £31.86 per hour IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Initial Contract Length: 3 Months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours (9:00am-17:00pm) Role Summary This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional with strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and prevention to play a key role in delivering high-quality housing advice and statutory homelessness services. Working within a supportive Housing Solutions team, you will manage a varied caseload, helping individuals and families prevent or relieve homelessness while ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations under current housing legislation. What You'll Do as a Housing Solutions Officer Manage a caseload of customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, delivering advice and housing solutions. Carry out assessments under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and develop Personal Housing Plans tailored to individual needs. Work proactively to prevent homelessness by identifying suitable housing options and supporting customers to sustain accommodation. Liaise with landlords, letting agents, partner agencies and internal teams to secure appropriate housing solutions. Maintain accurate case records, produce reports and ensure compliance with housing legislation, policies and performance standards. What You'll Need as a Housing Solutions Officer Previous experience working within a Housing Solutions, Homelessness or Housing Options service. Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Experience managing complex casework and delivering excellent customer-focused services. Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including partner agencies, landlords and support organisations. Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload. What's On Offer £31.86 per hour. Inside IR35. Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension. Hybrid working based in Coventry. Opportunity to join a collaborative Local Authority Housing team. Immediate start available. Apply If you're an experienced Housing Solutions Officer looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more about the role.

Housing Solutions Officer We are looking for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer to join a busy Housing and Communities service on a temporary basis. You will play a key role in preventing homelessness, assessing housing needs and providing effective housing solutions to customers who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Key Responsibilities Manage homelessness cases in line with the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 . Undertake assessments and determine statutory duties relating to Prevention, Relief and Homelessness . Develop and maintain Personal Housing and Wellbeing Plans. Provide advice and support to customers to prevent homelessness wherever possible. Explore and secure appropriate housing options and solutions. Assist with housing register and allocation processes, including choice-based lettings. Make temporary accommodation placements and complete appropriate risk and suitability assessments. Manage rent accounts for customers placed in temporary accommodation. Work closely with landlords, letting agents, voluntary and community organisations and other partner agencies. Maintain accurate case records and complete relevant reports and statistical returns. Provide a high standard of customer service, including dealing sensitively with complex and challenging situations. Contribute to service improvement, partnership working and wider housing initiatives. About You You will have: Recent and relevant experience within housing, homelessness or a public sector environment . Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation , particularly the Homelessness Act 2002 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Experience working directly with members of the public and delivering customer-focused services. Experience of partnership and multi-agency working. Strong organisational and case management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. The ability to work under pressure and manage sensitive or emotive situations professionally. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to challenge and negotiate constructively. Good IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records. A relevant Level 2 housing qualification, or willingness to work towards one. A current driving licence and access to a car for work purposes. This is an office-based role offering an initial contract until the end of November, with potential for extension.