Experienced Homelessness Prevention & Relief Specialist

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer to manage a caseload of homelessness applications, conduct statutory assessments and deliver prevention duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

You will assess housing options, negotiate with landlords and housing providers, and develop Personalised Housing Plans to secure sustainable housing outcomes for vulnerable clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in homelessness prevention and relief duties.
• Knowledge of Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Ability to make statutory decisions and draft Section 184 letters.
• Proven experience managing complex caseloads.
• Ability to assess affordability and housing options.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of homelessness applications, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales.
• Conduct detailed homelessness assessments, investigating housing circumstances, eligibility and support needs.
• Make statutory decisions under Part VII, including drafting and issuing Section 184 notifications.
• Develop, implement and review Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) to prevent and relieve homelessness.
• Deliver prevention and relief duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Provide housing options advice covering private rented, social housing, and supported housing.
• Negotiate with landlords and housing providers to prevent evictions and secure suitable accommodation.
• Assess affordability, tenancy sustainment options and access to financial assistance, including Discretionary Housing Payments.

Skills

Statutory knowledge

Assessment experience

Caseload management

Housing options

Job description

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer to manage a caseload of homelessness applications, conduct statutory assessments and deliver prevention duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

You will assess housing options, negotiate with landlords and housing providers, and develop Personalised Housing Plans to secure sustainable housing outcomes for vulnerable clients.