Adecco are recruiting for an experienced Housing Needs Officer to support a busy Housing Needs service within a South London local authority. This role focuses on rough sleepers and individuals at risk of rough sleeping, combining statutory housing duties with proactive outreach and intensive casework. You will play a key role in assessing, preventing, and relieving homelessness, delivering a person-centred service in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and supporting vulnerable individuals into sustainable accommodation and long-term independence. Housing Needs Officer - Rough Sleepers Public Sector - Local Authority - Croydon Council Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Grade 9 - £22.41 per hour PAYE / £29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office, remainder at home Temporary Role - current sign off to March 2027 IT equipment provided ASAP Start Key Responsibilities Casework & Assessments Manage a caseload of rough sleepers and single homeless applicants Conduct detailed housing needs assessments and determine statutory duties Develop and maintain Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) Rough Sleeper Engagement Work alongside outreach teams to identify and verify rough sleepers Engage with individuals with complex needs (e.g. mental health, substance misuse, offending history) Build trust through flexible, proactive approaches Homelessness Prevention & Relie...