Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Needs Officer for a Local Authority Client based in North London.
In this role, you will provide crucial support to households in housing need by offering expert advice, managing cases, and implementing strategies to prevent and relieve homelessness.
About the role:
You will be tasked with delivering key strategic objectives:
Manage a caseload of households in housing need, providing tailored advice and support.
Address urgent and complex cases promptly, including conducting interviews and assessments in various locations as required.
Conduct thorough assessments of housing needs and affordability, and provide recommendations based on these evaluations.
Develop, update, and review Personalised Housing Plans in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
Negotiate with landlords, agents, and other stakeholders to secure or maintain accommodation for individuals at risk of homelessness.
About you:
The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:
Extensive experience working in housing services, particularly in roles focused on homelessness prevention and housing support.
Proven experience managing a caseload, providing comprehensive support and advice to individuals and families in housing need.
In-depth knowledge of relevant housing legislation, including the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and associated legal frameworks.
Experience conducting housing assessments, affordability evaluations, and delivering interventions to address housing needs.
What's on offer:
Salary: £21+ph
may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience
Contract type: 3-6, months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension
Hours: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
How to apply:
Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
For any further questions, please contact Taylor KirkhamKirkham on (phone number removed).INDSCG3