Accommodation Needs Assessment Officer
V85103487
£28.88 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
East London, Greater London
Public Sector And Council
Posted 20 days ago
Expires In 8 Days
Job Description
Location: East London
Rate: £28.88 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3–6 month ongoing contract
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Needs Assessment Officer to join a busy Local Authority Housing team in East London. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out detailed assessments of housing and support needs for homeless applicants and vulnerable households, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and local policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of housing and accommodation needs for applicants under homelessness legislation.
- Identify and evaluate support requirements, referring or signposting individuals to appropriate services.
- Provide accurate advice and guidance to applicants on housing options and statutory entitlements.
- Liaise with internal teams, housing providers, and external agencies to ensure suitable placements and support are in place.
- Maintain accurate case records and prepare reports in line with statutory requirements and council procedures.
- Contribute to the prevention of homelessness through effective early intervention and case management.
- Strong knowledge of Housing legislation, homelessness duties, and related case law.
- Experience working within a local authority housing team or similar environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing a caseload.
- IT literate with experience using housing management systems.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email.
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