At a Glance
- Tasks: Interview clients in housing need and develop personalised housing plans.
- Company: Calderdale Council, dedicated to supporting the community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly payments, and a supportive management team.
- Other info: Stable environment with great transport links and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by preventing homelessness.
- Qualifications: Experience in homelessness legislation and proactive client support.
The predicted salary is between 13.69 - 13.69 £ per hour.
Calderdale Council is seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join its front-line Housing Options team in Halifax. This is a temporary role running from 7 September to 19 October 2026, paying £13.59–£13.69 per hour.
You will interview customers presenting as homeless or in housing need, complete statutory assessments, and develop personalised housing plans in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You will carry a caseload of clients and undertake hands-on prevention work — negotiating with landlords, parents and other parties, advocating across a range of organisations, and producing required written documentation including decision letters.
Building effective relationships with partner agencies, housing providers, voluntary organisations and community groups will be central to your work, ensuring strong referral routes and better outcomes for households at risk.
A sound knowledge of homelessness legislation is essential, including prevention and relief duties and the statutory requirements of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Experience of carrying a caseload and working proactively with households in housing need is required.
Based at Customer First, 19 Horton Street, Halifax HX1 1QE.
What’s on offer:
- Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
- Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
- A desirable location with great transport links
- A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment
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