We are looking for a Housing Options Officer to join the team of a well established organisaiton in the Taunton area. This role is a hybrid position, offering a temporary contract.
Housing Options Officer
Monday to Friday
Taunton, Hybrid working
Temporary - 12 weeks plus
£25-28ph via umbrella
As a Housing Options Officer, you will be responsible for:
Provide advice, information and assistance to applicants who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Help applicants to explore their housing options and find suitable accommodation that meets their needs.
To work with a range of partners and agencies to prevent and reduce homelessness in the community.
Referral signposting to supporting agenciesTo be succesful as a Housing Options Officer you will need:
A good understanding of housing legislations
Knowlede of part 7 of the 1997 housing act and the homelessness act 2002
Knowledge of relevant legislation including duties to accondate under housing act 1996 part VIIThe benefits of this role are:
Hybrid working
Opportunity to gain more knowledge in housing options
Friendly team If this role is of interest, please apply directly to this advert or contact (phone number removed) for more information