Homelessness Reviews Officer

Adecco; Ealing; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an experienced Homelessness Reviews Officer for a temporary role in Ealing. You will conduct statutory reviews under the Housing Act and manage complex cases to ensure fair housing access for vulnerable residents. The ideal candidate should possess strong experience in homelessness reviews and excellent legal writing skills. This position offers a £300 daily rate and hybrid working, combining in-office and remote work for 2 to 3 days per week.

Benefits

IT equipment provided

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong experience in homelessness reviews under the Housing Act.
• In-depth knowledge of Parts VI & VII of the Housing Act 1996.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory reviews under the Housing Act.
• Review decisions on homelessness applications.
• Draft clear decision letters.
• Liaise with applicants and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation.

Skills

Experience in homelessness reviews

Legal writing skills

Analytical skills

Ability to manage a caseload

Job description

Homelessness Reviews Officer

• Public Sector - Local Authority
• Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension
• £300 per day Umbrella
• ASAP start
• IT equipment provided
• Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office (Ealing, W5), remainder at home

Adecco are currently recruiting experienced Homelessness Reviews Officers on behalf of a West London Local Authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting vulnerable residents and ensuring fair access to housing services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory reviews under Part VI & Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.
• Review decisions on homelessness applications and housing allocations.
• Draft clear and legally sound decision letters.
• Liaise with applicants, legal representatives, and internal teams.
• Ensure all reviews comply with current legislation and council policy.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong experience in homelessness reviews under the Housing Act.
• In-depth knowledge of Parts VI & VII of the Housing Act 1996.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and meet deadlines.

This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence housing outcomes for those most in need. If you're ready to make a difference and bring your housing law knowledge to a dynamic local authority, we'd love to hear from you.

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