About This Opportunity
Working with households who are homeless, or threatened with homelessness, you will offer advice and assistance to resolve their housing solutions, as well as making statutory decisions under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This will often be complex situations involving multiple health and welfare issues.
- Internal Applicants Only*
Salary: £35,570 to £36,581 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Whitehaven
Contract: Permanent
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
DBS Checks
This role requires an Enhanced DBS.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments
to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Gemma Coward by email at Gemma.Coward@cumberland.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
- Closing date: 1st October 2026
- Interview date: Week of the 5th October
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Housing Options Advisor (Internal) - CMB2687i in Whitehaven employer: Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values public service and community engagement. Employees benefit from a permanent position with competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance in the vibrant town of Workington. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in local government.
