Homeless Prevention Officer
Temp - £33 PH
Middlesex
Posted 2 days ago
Marks Consulting Partners are currently looking for a Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer to work with one of our Local Authority clients in Middlesex.
What the job will be doing?
- Managing a caseload of residents at risk of homelessness, providing tailored housing advice and prevention solutions
- Assessing homelessness applications in line with Housing Act 1996 (Part VII) and relevant legislation
- Delivering proactive homelessness prevention, including early intervention and crisis management
- Supporting residents to access a wide range of housing options, including private rented sector and move-on accommodation
- Working closely with landlords, agents and partner organisations to secure suitable housing solutions
- Providing advice on tenancy rights, security of tenure and welfare benefits to prevent homelessness
- Managing complex and high-risk cases, including safeguarding and vulnerability considerations
- Liaising with internal teams such as Allocations, Social Care and other services to deliver a joined-up approach
- Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring all statutory duties are met within required timescales
- Handling complaints, member enquiries and representing the service at meetings where required
- Identifying and preventing fraudulent applications for housing assistance
- Contributing to service improvement and supporting delivery of housing and homelessness strategies
- Working on a hybrid basis, with 2–3 days per week in the office
What you will need?
- Experience working within Housing Options, Homelessness Prevention or a similar housing role
- Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, particularly Housing Act 1996 Part VII
- Experience managing a caseload and delivering housing advice to vulnerable residents
- Ability to handle complex cases and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders including landlords and support agencies
- Good understanding of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable households
- Strong organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate records
How to Apply
If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Joshua Bourne at Marks Consulting Partners.
If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Marks Consulting Partners specialise in contract and permanent recruitment of technical property, regeneration & development, housing services and HR staff to the public sector including housing associations, local authorities, and related private sector organisations. We do not advertise all our vacancies so please give us a call and register with us to be notified of all suitable roles.
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