Housing Solutions & Homelessness Prevention Officer-Hybrid

Pertemps Harrow; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Recruitment Partnership is supporting the London Borough of Harrow with a temporary 3-month role as Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Support Officer. Hybrid working arrangements, 36 hours per week, and a PAYE rate of £17.26 per hour apply.

The role focuses on preventing homelessness, resolving housing crises, and arranging accommodation for households in need. The post involves assessing cases, providing tailored advice under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and developing

Qualifications

• Experience in a housing or homelessness role within a local authority.
• Knowledge of Housing Acts and homelessness legislation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively assess homelessness cases to identify prevention opportunities.
• Provide tailored advice in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Develop and implement Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs).
• Liaise with landlords, support services, and internal departments to secure suitable housing solutions.
• Arrange temporary and settled accommodation as required.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with statutory duties.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Housing legislation

Attention to detail

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Pertemps Recruitment Partnership is supporting the London Borough of Harrow with a temporary 3-month role as Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Support Officer. Hybrid working arrangements, 36 hours per week, and a PAYE rate of £17.26 per hour apply.

The role focuses on preventing homelessness, resolving housing crises, and arranging accommodation for households in need. The post involves assessing cases, providing tailored advice under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and developing