Homelessness Reviews Specialist

Morgan Hunt; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Forest Council is seeking a Reviews Officer to join its Housing team on a contract basis. The role focuses on statutory s.202 homelessness reviews, decisions on duty owed, priority need, and local connection, with emphasis on compliance with guidance and statutory deadlines.

You will draft legally robust review letters, collaborate with Housing Options, Legal Services and partner agencies, and contribute to service improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in homelessness/housing services.
• Demonstrable experience conducting s.202 reviews.
• Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, HRA 2017, and relevant case law.
• Experience working within a London local authority.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews under the Housing Act 1996.
• Review decisions on duty owed, suitability, priority need, intentionality, and local connection.
• Draft clear, legally defensible review decision letters within statutory timescales.
• Work with Housing Options & Support teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies.
• Monitor compliance and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Homelessness experience

Housing policy knowledge

Report writing

Investigative skills

Job description

Waltham Forest Council is seeking a Reviews Officer to join its Housing team on a contract basis. The role focuses on statutory s.202 homelessness reviews, decisions on duty owed, priority need, and local connection, with emphasis on compliance with guidance and statutory deadlines.

You will draft legally robust review letters, collaborate with Housing Options, Legal Services and partner agencies, and contribute to service improvements.