Front-Line Homelessness Prevention & Housing Advisor

Brent Council; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Brent Council is seeking a Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer to join the Housing Needs service. This frontline role focuses on rapid assessment, compassionate support and practical housing solutions for families and pregnant people facing homelessness in the borough.

You will work with multi‑agency partners, carry a caseload, and use personalised housing plans to secure stable, long‑term accommodation while reducing reliance on temporary housing.

Qualifications

• Experience with Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 and homelessness duties.
• Customer-focused approach with strong communication.
• Evidence of collaborative working across teams and partners.

Responsabilités

• Be the first point of contact for families facing homelessness and assess needs under housing legislation.
• Provide practical housing solutions and prevent displacement or emergency accommodation.
• Work with internal teams, landlords and social services to relieve homelessness.

Connaissances

Housing Act 1996 P7

Frontline service

Multi-agency collab

Negotiation skills

Description du poste

Brent Council is seeking a Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer to join the Housing Needs service. This frontline role focuses on rapid assessment, compassionate support and practical housing solutions for families and pregnant people facing homelessness in the borough.

You will work with multi‑agency partners, carry a caseload, and use personalised housing plans to secure stable, long‑term accommodation while reducing reliance on temporary housing.