Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer

neway international; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency is seeking a proactive Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer in Uxbridge to deliver critical support during high demand. The role involves providing tailored housing advice, supporting resettlement efforts, and liaising for sustainable solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in housing or homelessness prevention and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing advice, homelessness prevention, or resettlement support.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and local authority procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, emotionally sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality housing advice and homelessness prevention services.
• Support resettlement efforts for individuals arriving under government schemes.
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to secure sustainable housing solutions.

Skills

Housing advice experience

Excellent communication

Case management skills

Understanding of housing legislation

Collaborative work ability

Job description

Overview

Neway International has a job opportunity for a Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer to join our client based with Hillingdon Council. Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in people\'s lives? The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a proactive and empathetic Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer to join their Central Services team during a critical period of increased demand.

About the Role

This SO2-level position focuses on supporting British Citizens arriving from overseas territories—including The Chagos Islands—as part of government-backed resettlement schemes. You\'ll work closely with the resettlement support team at the Civic Centre, providing tailored housing advice and implementing prevention strategies to reduce homelessness risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality housing advice and homelessness prevention services
• Support resettlement efforts for individuals arriving under government schemes
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to secure sustainable housing solutions
• Maintain accurate casework records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Contribute to the borough\'s strategic housing objectives during a one-off workload peak

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in housing advice, homelessness prevention, or resettlement support
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and local authority procedures
• Excellent communication and case management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, emotionally sensitive environment
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles