Local Authority Benefits Assessment Officer, North London

Pertemps; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority staffing agency is seeking a Local Authority Benefits Assessment Officer in North London. The successful candidate will manage Housing Benefit assessments and calculations, providing essential support to Temporary Accommodations. Familiarity with relevant legislation and strong experience within a Local Authority context is required. The role offers a pay rate up to £27.46 per hour, with a hybrid work arrangement.

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Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role at Local Authority.
• Good knowledge of relevant Housing Benefit and UC legislation.
• Ability to work within hybrid settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and calculate Housing Benefits including New Claims and changes.
• Work with new signups for Temporary Accommodation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Housing Benefit assessment

Knowledge of iWorld

Experience with UC

Working with Northgate NPS

Tools

Atlas

VEP

HBAA

Job description

Overview

Local Authority Benefits Assessment Officer, North London

Pay rate to £27.46 per hour. Contract role, Local Authority Revenue and Benefits

Responsibilities

• Experience of all Housing Benefit assessment and calculations including New Claims, change in circumstances, reviews and reconsiderations mainly with Temporary Accommodation.
• Have worked with Atlas, VEP and HBAA.
• Must also have a good knowledge of iWorld and Information@work systems as well as Northgate NPS.
• Successful candidate will be working with new sign ups to both Temporary Accommodation and general needs but mainly TA.
• Must have knowledge of relevant HB and UC legislation and guidance.
• Position is a hybrid role with the candidate working 1 day a week from the office.
• Candidate must also have good working knowledge of UC.
• You will need to have experience in a similar level role in a Local Authority.

About the Recruiter

Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND.

Benefits / Opportunities

• Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support.
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• Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.
• Compliance Simplified – We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries.

Role scope

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

Contact

Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch to explore opportunities with Vitalis.

Contact Olivia Russell at [e-mail] or 07521053670 for more information.