Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer, North West London

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer in North West London. The role involves conducting assessments and providing support in homelessness cases. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and knowledge of housing legislation.

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Hassle-Free Registration

Exclusive Incentives

Compliance Simplified

Fast, Reliable Payroll

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a Local Authority.
• Knowledge of relevant housing legislation.
• Experience in homelessness inquiries and casework.

Responsibilities

• Complete Triage assessments and carry out prevention and relief work.
• Draft s184 decision letters.
• Deliver services in a pressurized Housing Options environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Knowledge of Part VII Housing Act 1996

Homelessness Inquiries

Casework

Job description

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Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer, North West London, London Borough of Hillingdon

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Client:

Vitalis

Location:

London Borough of Hillingdon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer, North West London
Pay rate £26.13 per hour
Contract role, Housing

Vitalis is recruiting for an experienced Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer in North West London.
You will need experience in a similar role within a Local Authority.
Overview:
You will be part of the Housing Advice & Options Reception desk, completing Triage assessments, and carrying out prevention and relief work.
Knowledge of Part VII Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act, and other relevant legislation is required, along with experience in homelessness inquiries, casework, and drafting s184 decision letters.
You should demonstrate good customer service skills and practical experience delivering in a pressurized Housing Options Service environment.
Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND

• At Vitalis, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here’s how we support you every step of the way:
• Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist who knows the market inside-out, has connections across the UK, and provides tailored career advice and job search support.
• Hassle-Free Registration – Our simple online process gets you started quickly.
• Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other perks.
• Compliance Simplified – We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and reliably.

Whether you’re a qualified social worker or interested in housing or SEND roles, we have opportunities you'll want to hear about.

If this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch today to explore our opportunities! Contact me at or 07521053670 for more information.