Move-On & Resettlement Officer

Wax Recruitment Ltd; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS required

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is recruiting a Move On & Resettlement Officer to support households in temporary accommodation into longer-term private rented sector housing. The role emphasizes sustainable move-on, independence, and safeguarding.

You will work with internal teams, landlords, and partners to discharge homelessness duties effectively. The post requires DBS, strong communication, and the ability to travel across Slough and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths or relevant experience.
• Training in homelessness or safeguarding.
• Knowledge of Housing and Homelessness legislation.
• Experience with vulnerable households and case management.

Responsibilities

• Move on and resettlement with households in temporary accommodation into longer-term PRS housing.
• Discharge homelessness duties in line with legislation and council policies.
• Support employment, training and independence for households.
• Provide guidance on schools and education for out-of-borough moves.
• Manage a caseload and work with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Caseload management

Empathetic and resilient

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Homelessness safeguarding training

Job description

Job Category: Housing

Location: 25 Windsor Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 2EJ, Slough Borough Council

Salary: £22.98 per hour

DBS Required

2 days in office, 3 days remote

Job Description

Role Purpose

The Move On & Resettlement Officer will work with households in temporary accommodation to support and enable their move into longer-term accommodation, primarily within the Private Rented Sector, both inside and outside of Slough. The role supports the Council to discharge its homelessness duties by promoting sustainable move-on, independence, and positive resettlement outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Move On and Resettlement

• Support households in temporary accommodation to secure longer-term PRS accommodation.
• Work with households to identify realistic housing options and overcome barriers to move-on.
• Acquire and negotiate accommodation from landlords, letting agents, and accommodation providers.
• Provide advice on tenancy readiness, affordability, and sustainment.

Discharge of Homelessness Duty

• Support the Council to discharge homelessness duties in line with legislation.
• Ensure move-on activity complies with statutory guidance and council policies.
• Work closely with homelessness, temporary accommodation and Slough Children’s First teams.

Employment, Training, and Independence

• Support households to access employment, training, and skills opportunities.
• Signpost and refer to appropriate support services.
• Promote independence and financial stability.

Families and Children

• Provide information and guidance on schools and education, particularly for out-of-borough moves.
• Work sensitively to minimise disruption to children’s education.
• Identify and elevate safeguarding concerns.

Case Management and Partnership Working

• Manage a caseload and develop clear move-on plans.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths, or relevant experience.
• Training in homelessness or safeguarding.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Housing Legislation, Homelessness legislation, Welfare Reform legislation and local authority duties.
• Understanding of temporary accommodation and move-on pathways.
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Knowledge of PRS tenancy law and affordability.

Experience

• Experience working with vulnerable households.
• Experience providing housing or resettlement support.
• Experience managing cases and working with partners.
• Experience of negotiating, acquiring and securing properties to discharge duty into the Private Rented Sector.
• Local authority experience.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong communication and engagement skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Empathetic, resilient, and solution-focused approach.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel across Slough and surrounding areas, including out-of-borough.

ExperienceEssential:- Experience working with vulnerable households.- Experience providing housing or resettlement support.- Experience managing cases and working with partners.-Experience of negotiating, acquiring and securing properties to discharge duty into the Private Rented Sector.Desirable:- Local authority experience.Skills and AttributesEssential:- Strong communication and engagement skills.-Strong negotiation skills- Ability to manage a varied caseload.- Empathetic, resilient, and solution-focused approach.Additional RequirementsEssential:- Ability to travel across Slough and surrounding areas, including out-of-borough.