At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews and draft legally defensible decision letters.
- Company: Join a local authority in London focused on improving homelessness services.
- Benefits: Earn £35 per hour with a contract of 3-6 months and potential for extension.
- Other info: The position is hybrid, requiring only one day in the office.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to impact homelessness solutions in a vibrant city.
- Qualifications: Requires a minimum of 3 years in homelessness services and strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996.
The predicted salary is between 35 - 35 £ per hour.
Position: Homelessness Reviews Officer
Organisation: Local authority in London
Hourly rate: £35 per hour
Contract: 3-6 Month (strong possibility of extension) (Hybrid) 1 day in the office
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews under the Housing Act 1996.
- Review decisions on duty owed, suitability, priority need, intentionality, and local connection.
- Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law.
- Draft clear, legally defensible review decision letters within statutory timescales.
- Work with Housing Options Support teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies.
- Monitor compliance and contribute to service improvements.
Person specification:
- Minimum 3 years experience in homelessness/housing services.
- Demonstrable experience conducting s.202 reviews.
- Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, HRA 2017, and relevant case law.
- Experience working within a London local authority.
- Ability to conduct detailed and thorough investigations.
- Excellent letter and report writing skills.
- The ability to build effective collaborative working relationships across internal services.
- Inquisitive mind and ability to think critically.
Homelessness Reviews Officer employer: RIBBONS & REEVES HOUSING
Work with a local authority in London dedicated to addressing homelessness through effective reviews. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £35 and the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Collaborate with various teams to enhance service delivery and compliance.
We think you need these skills to ace Homelessness Reviews Officer
Statutory s.202 Homelessness Reviews
Knowledge of Housing Act 1996
Knowledge of HRA 2017
Understanding of Relevant Case Law
Drafting Legally Defensible Letters
Compliance Monitoring
Service Improvement Contribution
