Housing Officer

Homelessness & Housing Solutions Officer (Locum Role)

3-Month Contract (with possible extension)

2 days per week (office-based) 3 days working from home

• We are currently seeking an experienced Homelessness & Housing Solutions Officer to join a busy local authority housing team on a short-term interim basis.
• This role is ideal for a skilled professional with strong statutory homelessness expertise looking for flexible, part-time work.

Key Details:

• Contract Duration: 3 months initial term, with strong possibility of extension
• Pay Rate: Up to £30.00 per hour via umbrella company
• Location: Redditch

Essential Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ demonstrable experience in Homelessness & Housing Solutions roles within a UK local authority or similar statutory environment
• Must have direct, hands-on experience applying the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 (including prevention & relief duties, personalised housing plans, assessments, and reasonable steps to prevent/relieve homelessness)
• Must have solid working knowledge and practical application of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (homelessness duties, including eligibility, priority need, intentionality, main housing duty, and associated casework)
• Proven track record of managing homelessness caseloads, conducting assessments, providing tailored housing advice, preventing homelessness where possible, and securing suitable accommodation outcomes
• Strong understanding of partnership working with internal teams (e.g., social care, benefits) and external agencies
• Excellent customer-focused communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex cases

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