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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Essex, are looking for an experienced Housing Register Assessment Officer to join their team and play a crucial role within their homelessness operations.  

Position: Housing Register Assessment Officer
Rate: £24.44 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (July 2026) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Purpose: 

• The primary function of a Housing Register Assessment Officer is the maintenance and administration of the Council’s Housing Register in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 VI & VII (as amended), the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, the Council’s approved allocation scheme and other relevant Statures.

Job Duties: 

• Have a working knowledge and the ability to interpret legislation and policy to be able to undertake the statutory assessment of applications in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 VI (as amended), Localism Act 2011, case law, code of guidance and other relevant statutes of housing applications received from applicants applying to the authority for social housing. This includes checking and investigating and awarding the correct banding priority.
• Provide comprehensive housing advice to customers.
• Working with the Rehousing Team Manager contribute to and implement a strong vision for the service area which delivers ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking approaches, where work is of high quality and achieves objectives, through effective performance and risk management.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Housing Register Assessment Officer role or equivalent.
• Relevant professional degree/qualification or demonstrable equivalent work experience indicating an aptitude for mathematics and English language. 
• 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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