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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in South London, are looking for an experienced Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer to join their team and play a crucial role within their housing needs operations.        

Position: Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer
Rate: £30 per hour (Umbrella, Outside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (February 2025) with Possible Extension  

Job Purpose: 

• To prevent homelessness in accordance with the provisions of the Homelessness Reduction Act, associated Code of Guidance, case law and best practice.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide an advice and mediation service for households who are at risk of becoming homeless, conducting home visits in order to help them to remain in their current accommodation and to avoid them having to move into temporary accommodation.
• To undertake the assessment and investigation of homeless applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 where prevention/relief is not possible and inform clients of their assessment outcome.
• To help households to remain in their current accommodation, where this is not possible in the long-term to agree an extension of their stay while they source alternative accommodation, supporting them to access private rented accommodation and to make applications for social housing.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Homeless Prevention Visiting Officer role or equivalent.
• Awareness of legislation relating to housing advice, homelessness, housing management and the allocation of housing, with a good practical understanding of the range of housing problems people may experience.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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