Housing Officer - Statutory Homelessness

Rate of pay: £32.26 Umbrella per hour
Job Type: Temporary (until end of September 2026)
Location: Guildhall (Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 days remote)Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Assess homeless applications in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and relevant legislation.
Deliver a comprehensive housing advice service, supporting applicants who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.
Carry out detailed and sensitive interviews to assess housing needs and determine appropriate outcomes.
Draft and issue statutory S184 decision letters accurately and within required timeframes.
Develop and implement Personal Housing Plans to support prevention and relief duties.
Arrange temporary accommodation placements where required, ensuring eligibility criteria are met and processes are followed.
Maintain accurate case records and ensure data returns to central government are com...