Housing Officer

Job description

Housing Advice / Prevention / Homelessness Assessment Officer (Locum Role)

Based in West London

£30 - £32.00 per hour

9:00am – 5:00pm - Flexible Working Available

Basic DBS Required

• We are currently seeking an experienced Housing Advice / Prevention / Homelessness Assessment Officer to join a busy Housing Options Service in West London.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional who can hit the ground running and manage a varied caseload within a fast-paced service.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver frontline Housing Options advice and homelessness assessments
• Undertake prevention and relief duties under the relevant legislation
• Manage a diverse caseload from initial approach through to resolution
• Conduct homelessness enquiries and investigations
• Draft and issue Section 184 decision letters
• Work as part of the Housing Options Duty Service
• Maintain accurate case records and comply with statutory requirements

Essential Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Part VII Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act
• Proven experience in Housing Options / Homelessness Assessment roles
• Experience conducting homelessness enquiries and casework
• Ability to manage multiple demands in a high-pressure environment
• Experience writing s184 decision letters
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Basic DBS

Working Arrangements

• Flexible working offered by the council
• Initial 2–4 week office-based induction
• After induction, 50% office-based / hybrid working

Interested?

Apply today or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English