Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer

Liverpool City Council; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexibility First agile working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Travel Pass scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Family leave benefits

Gym membership discounts

Volunteer scheme

Medicash

Job summary

Liverpool City Council is seeking a Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer to work on the frontline with people facing homelessness. You will conduct in-depth homelessness assessments, develop personalised housing plans, and collaborate with partners to deliver sustainable housing solutions.

Based in the community, you will engage with landlords and support services, apply housing legislation, and contribute to the city’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.

Job description

Job title: Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer

A bit about us

Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do. Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces - there's really something for everyone!

The role

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of people facing homelessness? Join our Housing Solutions team as a Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer In the role of Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention you will work on the frontline to support some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. From conducting in-depth homelessness assessments to developing personalised housing plans, you'll play a vital role in preventing and relieving homelessness. Working closely with partners, landlords, and support services to deliver sustainable housing solutions This is a dynamic and rewarding role as the Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer, this role is for someone who thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments. You'll be based in the heart of the community, often working alongside partner agencies to reach those most in need As a Rough Sleeping Officer, you will need a strong understanding of housing legislation and a passion for safeguarding and advocacy, you'll help shape brighter futures and contribute directly to the city's Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. If you're ready to be part of a compassionate, committed team making lasting change - this is your chance

Our offer to you

• At least 29 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 33 after 5 years' service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) - a Flexibility First approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme - option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time - a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 20th September 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 21st September 2026 Interview date: Monday 28th and Wednesday 30th September 2026 Interview type: Face to face questions We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Once the role has closed, you will not be able to submit an application, and we are unable to reopen the vacancy for you to complete it. We strongly recommend submitting your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

Contact & Additional Info

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact [e-mail] our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.

Equality & Inclusion

Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at [e-mail].

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