Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Interim Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer Pay Rate £300 DAILY UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) Duration Initial 3 month contract Location HYBRID WORKING-Office based 3 days a week from Dockside,Newham Description Key Requirements: Strong negotiation skills to secure improved TA rates with housing suppliers and to support step-down conversations with households. Experience working in local government housing or related homelessness/TA services, with a clear understanding of TA pressures faced by LAs. Proven ability to conduct case reviews, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and progress step-down pathways. Ability to actively source and progress Private Rented Sector (PRS) options as part of planned move-on from TA. Experience supporting resettlement and PRS move-on, including working with households to overcome barriers and engaging with landlords and agents. Comfortable working to weekly targets, with a sharp focus on the top 100 highest-cost cases followed by subsequent cohorts. Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum without close supervision. Agile and adaptable, able to switch between negotiation, case review, supplier engagement, and resident-facing work as required. Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and work collaboratively with i...