At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews and draft legally defensible decision letters.
- Company: Local authority in London focused on homelessness services.
- Benefits: Hourly rate of £35 with a contract lasting 3-6 months and hybrid working.
- Other info: Position involves collaboration with Housing Options & Support teams and Legal Services.
- Why this job: Opportunity to influence service improvements in a critical area of public service.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 years’ experience 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 on their feet.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
Homelessness Reviews Officer employer: Trades Workforce Solutions
Join a local authority in London dedicated to addressing homelessness. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £35 and the flexibility of hybrid working. Collaborate with various internal services to enhance community support.
Contact Details:
Trades Workforce Solutions Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Homelessness Reviews Officer
Statutory s.202 Reviews
Housing Act 1996
HRA 2017
Case Law Knowledge
Report Writing Skills
Investigative Skills
Collaboration Skills
