Reviews Officer (Homelessness)
Posted 2 hours 37 minutes ago by Ackerman Pierce
Salary: £30- £35 / Hour
Job type: Day to Day Cover
Location: Waltham Forest
We are working with a forward-thinking Local Authority seeking a skilled professional to join their Housing Service and play a key role in managing an increasing volume of statutory housing reviews and accommodation offers.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy service during a period of transformation and make an immediate impact supporting vulnerable residents while ensuring legal compliance across homelessness decision-making.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct statutory reviews under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.
- Assess complex housing and homelessness cases and produce well-reasoned review decisions.
- Make offers of Temporary Accommodation and settled accommodation in line with legislation and policy.
- Ensure all decisions comply with current housing legislation, case law and best practice.
- Liaise with applicants, legal representatives, housing providers and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate case records and provide clear written communication throughout the review process.
- Proven experience conducting reviews under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.
- Experience making offers of accommodation under homelessness legislation, including Temporary Accommodation.
- Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation, guidance and case law.
- Excellent written decision-making and report-writing skills.
- The ability to manage a demanding caseload and work independently.
- Previous Local Authority housing experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and evolving Housing Service where your expertise will be highly valued. You will play a crucial role in ensuring fair, lawful and timely decisions for residents seeking housing assistance.