Location: Barking
Contract: 3‑month initial assignment, strong potential for extension
Rate: £30 per hour (Umbrella)
We’re supporting our public sector client in recruiting a Homelessness Officer to join their Housing Solutions service. This role is well‑suited to someone who is confident managing a varied caseload, knowledgeable in current homelessness legislation, and committed to delivering high‑quality support to residents at risk of homelessness.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out detailed assessments for individuals and households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
* Determine statutory duties owed and issue formal s.184 homelessness decisions.
* Create and review Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) tailored to each applicant’s needs.
* Take a proactive approach to preventing homelessness, using available tools such as the Homelessness Prevention Fund, DHPs, and deposit schemes.
* Provide clear advice on housing rights, responsibilities, and available options, including private rented and social housing pathways.
* Ensure applicants fully understand the implications of decisions and any offers of accommodation.
* Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies—social care, health, and third‑sector organisations—to coordinate support.
* Attend multi‑agency meetings and escalate safeguarding concerns where necessary.
* Assess and arrange emergency accommodation when required, and support residents placed in temporary accommodation.
* Maintain accurate casework records on web‑based systems and contribute to statutory reporting, including H‑CLIC returns.
* Keep up‑to‑date with relevant legislation, policy, and case law, ensuring full compliance with statutory duties.
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives and ongoing training.
Ideal Candidate
* Strong background in homelessness prevention or housing options.
* Solid understanding of homelessness legislation and the duties owed under the HRA 2017.
* Excellent case management, communication, and decision‑making skills.
* Able to work effectively with vulnerable individuals and in partnership with multi‑agency teams.
* Committed to delivering services that are fair, inclusive, and responsive.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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