At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the team by managing homelessness applications and creating housing plans.
- Company: Local authority in Surrey with a strong commitment to community support.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and immediate start available.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by securing sustainable housing solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Housing Options Officer and knowledge of homelessness legislation.
The predicted salary is between 31 - 31 £ per hour.
We're working with a local authority in Surrey who are looking to bring in an experienced Housing Options Officer to support their team. This is a contract role paying £29-£31 per hour, with hybrid working in place (2 days per week in the office), and they're ideally looking for someone who can start at short notice.
Responsibilities
- Managing homelessness applications in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act
- Completing prevention and relief duty work, including S184 decisions
- Creating and reviewing Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs)
- Managing a mix of prevention, relief and main duty cases
- Working with applicants to secure sustainable housing solutions
Qualifications
- Recent experience working as a Housing Options Officer within a local authority
- Strong working knowledge of homelessness legislation and statutory duties
- Confidence managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
- Experience making legally sound decisions
- Ability to attend the office two days per week
- Immediate or short‑notice availability is preferred.
Interested? Apply now or send your CV to (url removed) and I'll run you through the details.
Housing Solutions Officer in East Horsley employer: Park Avenue Recruitment
Join a supportive local authority in Surrey that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work environment. With hybrid working arrangements, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional development, this role as a Housing Solutions Officer offers a meaningful chance to make a difference in the community while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
