2-3 months contract with a local authority Summary The Initial Assessment Team Service is designed to assist individuals facing homelessness or at risk of losing their homes by helping them maintain their current housing or transition to suitable private rentals. The Front Door Team Service collaborates with partners to enhance resilience and housing stability as part of the Early Help strategy. Responsibilities Provide expert advice and collaborate with partners to prevent or delay homelessness. Work to prevent individuals from entering temporary accommodation or becoming street homeless. Serve as a Homeless Housing Coordinator within the Initial Assessment Team to prevent homelessness. Requirements Experience with welfare, homelessness reduction act, housing and homelessness policy, case law, legislation, and practice. Knowledge of courts, possession orders, evictions, and homelessness decision-making. Experience in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. A good general standard of education with strong written and verbal skills. Additional Information Working hours: 35 hours per week. An enhanced DBS check is required. The role closes on 20th Jan 2026, please apply ASAP.