Homeless Housing Coordinator

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in London is seeking a Homeless Housing Coordinator to join Enfield Council's Initial Assessment Team. You will carry out homelessness assessments, provide housing advice, and support residents threatened with homelessness to secure sustainable housing solutions.

The role involves handling homelessness duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, engaging with partners, maintaining records, and ensuring vulnerable residents receive timely assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting homelessness assessments and decision-making under relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and housing law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial homelessness assessments and assess applications under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Provide housing options advice and guidance.
• Prevent and relieve homelessness through early intervention.
• Liaise with landlords, support agencies and housing providers.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 01/10/2026

Job Information

Community & Social

City Edmonton

Province Enfield

Postal Code N18

Job Description

3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

As a Homeless Housing Coordinator, you will work within Enfield Council's Initial Assessment Team, helping residents who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. You will carry out homelessness assessments, provide housing advice, prevent homelessness wherever possible, and support customers in securing sustainable housing solutions.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Conduct initial homelessness assessments.
  
• Assess applications under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
  
• Prevent and relieve homelessness through early intervention.
  
• Provide housing advice and homelessness guidance.
  
• Identify suitable housing options for applicants.
  
• Support customers to remain in their current accommodation where possible.
  
• Assist individuals and families to access private rented accommodation.
  
• Carry out homelessness decision-making in accordance with legislation and case law.
  
• Assess eligibility, housing needs, and homelessness duties.
  
• Work closely with partner agencies and support services.
  
• Provide welfare benefits advice and guidance.
  
• Manage complex homelessness and housing cases.
  
• Liaise with landlords, solicitors, support agencies, and housing providers.
  
• Deal with possession proceedings, evictions, and court-related housing matters.
  
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
  
• Safeguard vulnerable adults and children where required.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Previous experience working as a Homelessness Officer, Housing Options Officer, Housing Needs Officer, Homeless Prevention Officer, or similar.
  
• Extensive experience conducting homelessness assessments.
  
• Strong knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
  
• Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and housing law.
  
• Experience dealing with possession orders and evictions.
  
• Experience providing housing options advice.
  
• Experience preventing and relieving homelessness.
  
• Experience supporting vulnerable households.
  
• Knowledge of welfare benefits and housing support.
  
• Experience working within a Local Authority Housing Service.
  
• Strong case management and report-writing skills.
  
• Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
  
• Housing Act 1996.
  
• Housing and Homelessness Case Law.
  
• Housing Options and Prevention Duties.
  
• Welfare Benefits.
  
• Court Processes, Possession Orders, and Evictions.
  
• Safeguarding Adults and Children.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Relevant Housing or Homelessness experience.
  
• Right to Work in the UK.
  

Additional Information to Note

• Working hours: 35 hours per week.
  
• Monday to Friday.
  
• 09:00 - 17:00.
  
• Location: Edmonton Green Library, Enfield.
• Closing Date: 1st November 2026.
  
• Experience in homelessness assessments and decision-making is essential.