About The Role
Job Title: Prevention Officer
Contract: 12 months fixed term
Location: Hybrid Plough Lane and home working
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: 07HC £32,061 - £36,363 pro rata
Closing date: Sunday 24th August 2025
Interview: Monday 1st September 2025
The role
An exciting opportunity to join the Housing Service as a Prevention Officer, a new role created due to demand. You will provide an effective homelessness prevention service on behalf of the Council, offering a full range of housing advice and options in both private and public sectors, in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Your role will involve working with stakeholders to identify those threatened with homelessness early, ensuring the Council's responsibilities are met effectively.
Effective early intervention is central to the success of the housing service, aiming to identify and address issues before they escalate, thereby preventing crises rather than just reacting to them.
About You
You will need a diverse set of skills including communication, empathy, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, along with technical knowledge and adaptability. These skills will help you understand customer needs, resolve issues, build relationships, and provide excellent service.
To arrange an informal discussion about the role with Will Neville, The Housing Solutions Manager, please contact CWrecruitment@herefordshire.gov.uk.
We Offer
* A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:
* Starting Salary of £32,061
* Pension Scheme Enrolment in the Local Government (LGPS)
* Career progression: clear pathways to progress
* Annual Leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can purchase an additional 10 days per annum with line manager approval.
* Flexible working: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours, and some home working options
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling
* Payment of professional membership fees
* Range of retail, leisure, holiday, and health benefits, including savings, cashback, and discounts
Additional Information
For more details about living and working in Herefordshire, visit www.spiritofherefordshire.com.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. If you meet the essential criteria and are enthusiastic about making a difference, we encourage you to apply or contact us for more information.
For reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
Our Employee Network Groups include Black and Asian Staff, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Climate and Nature Emergency, Disabilities, and Armed Forces/Veterans. More information is available on our website.
How to Apply
Upload your CV and a supporting statement demonstrating your experience, skills, and abilities. Successful applicants will be contacted by Hoople Resourcing with further details.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and characteristics. All requests for flexible working and reasonable adjustments will be considered.
Additional Notes
This job is active and accepting applications.
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