At a Glance
- Tasks: Help people transition from temporary housing to stable homes and support their journey.
- Company: Brighton & Hove Council, dedicated to reducing homelessness and supporting communities.
- Benefits: Flexible working, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives and contribute to your community.
- Qualifications: Experience with housing challenges and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 32061 - 33699 £ per year.
Location: Hove Town Hall, Norton Road, Hove, BN3 3BQ
Salary: £32,061 to £33,699
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Flexi Hours
Service: Housing Solutions – Move On Team
Location: Brighton & Hove (hybrid working available)
Do you want to help people move on from emergency and temporary accommodation into safe, stable homes? Are you motivated by supporting people through transition and reducing homelessness? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with partners to remove barriers and make things happen?
We are recruiting a Move On Officer to work in our Move On Team, supporting people to transition from temporary and emergency accommodation into independent housing. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Housing Solutions and Tenancy Sustainment, as well as with temporary accommodation, housing providers and external partners, to help people prepare for and sustain their next home.
About the role
This is a people‑focused role where you’ll support households at a key point of change. You’ll help individuals and families understand their housing options, prepare for independent living, and move on successfully from supported accommodation. The work is varied, collaborative and outcomes‑driven, with a strong focus on preventing repeat homelessness.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting people to develop clear and realistic move‑on plans
- Working with accommodation providers to coordinate timely move‑on
- Helping households navigate housing pathways, including private rented and social housing options
- Identifying and addressing barriers to move‑on, working with partners to resolve them
- Providing early, practical support to help sustain new tenancies
- Keeping accurate records and contributing to personalised housing plans
What we’re looking for:
You don’t need to tick every box, but you should bring:
- Experience of working with people facing housing, support or transition challenges
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with a wide range of people
- Confidence working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
- A strengths‑based, solution‑focused approach
- The ability to organise your work, manage priorities and follow things through
Why work with us:
- Be part of a team making a real difference to homelessness outcomes in Brighton & Hove
- Work in a supportive, learning‑focused service that values reflective practice
- Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within Housing Solutions
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- A workplace committed to equality, diversity and inclusion
We welcome applications from people with lived experience and from under‑represented groups. If you’d like to discuss reasonable adjustments or flexible working, we’re happy to talk.
Encouraging a diverse workforce:
Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton & Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds.
Additional information:
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only. Please note that this post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Criminal Records Check. We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers.
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Contact Details:
Brighton & Hove City Council Recruitment Team
