Frontline Housing & Homelessness Prevention Officer

Leicester City Council; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Leicester City Council is seeking a dedicated housing support practitioner to prevent homelessness across the city. You will assess housing, employment and financial needs, provide compassionate guidance, and help clients to retain accommodation or find suitable alternatives.

You'll work with a busy caseload and liaise with clients face-to-face, by phone, or during home visits. The role offers hybrid working with a minimum two days in the Dawn Centre office.

Job description

Leicester City Council is seeking a dedicated housing support practitioner to prevent homelessness across the city. You will assess housing, employment and financial needs, provide compassionate guidance, and help clients to retain accommodation or find suitable alternatives.

You'll work with a busy caseload and liaise with clients face-to-face, by phone, or during home visits. The role offers hybrid working with a minimum two days in the Dawn Centre office.