3 months contract with a local authority Summary The Initial Assessment Team Service is dedicated to assisting individuals who are threatened with homelessness or are currently homeless. The goal is to help them maintain their current housing or transition into suitable private rented accommodation. The Front Door Team Service collaborates with partners to enhance resilience and housing sustainment, aligning with 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, focusing on homelessness prevention. Requirements Experience with welfare, the 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. Bi-weekly payment schedule. An enhanced DBS check is required. The role closes soon, please apply ASAP.