Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer

Brackenberry; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority service provider in Hillingdon is seeking a Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer for a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will provide proactive housing advice, support clients in preventing homelessness, and manage a diverse caseload. Relevant qualifications and availability for immediate work are required. The role offers competitive pay at £20.00 - £26.38 per hour.

Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate qualification in a relevant field.
• A good standard of education with English & Maths GCSE grade A-C or equivalent.
• Availability to work immediately or at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic housing advice and support, promoting independence.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to legal frameworks.
• Develop and maintain relationships with private landlords.

Skills

Discretion

Customer-focused advice

Holistic housing advice

Collaboration

Education

NVQ, Diploma, relevant degree or relevant experience

English & Maths GCSE grade A-C or equivalent

Job description

Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer

We are working closely with a Local Authority in Hillingdon to assist with the appointment of a Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer on a 6-month contract, likely to be extended at client's discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £20.00 - £26.38 per hour

Summary:

The Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer will deliver proactive, customer-focused housing options advice, support clients in preventing homelessness, and manage a caseload involving statutory assessments under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. The role involves working collaboratively across departments and external partners to deliver sustainable housing solutions and prevent crisis homelessness.

Responsibilities:

• Provide holistic housing advice and support, promoting independence and self-service.
• Assist clients with welfare and benefit claims to support housing stability.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to legal frameworks and Council policies.
• Detect and refer fraudulent applications appropriately.
• Represent the service in meetings, case conferences, and relevant committees.
• Develop and maintain relationships with private landlords and letting agents.
• Address safeguarding concerns and undertake appropriate risk assessments.

Qualifications:

• Hold an appropriate qualification in a relevant field: NVQ, Diploma, relevant degree or relevant experience.
• A good standard of education with English & Maths GCSE grade A-C or equivalent

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at short notice.
• You should have right to work in the UK.
• This role requires an enhanced DBS.

Important: We will interpret your application as permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

Equality & Compliance: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Required Skills

Discretion, Pay, Prevention Options, Conferences, LTD, C Records, Education, Business English