Ashfield District Council have a great opportunity for an Housing Options Officer to join our team based in Kirkby in Ashfield. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £31,067 - £33,366 per annum. Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of residents in housing need? If so, the Housing Options Officer role may be for you. You will be responsible for providing a customer focused, high-quality advice and assessment service for people who are threatened with homelessness or are experiencing homelessness. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customers' circumstances are investigated and their housing and support needs are assessed in accordance with the homelessness legislation, statutory guidance and the Council's policies and procedures with a view to prevent or relieve homelessness wherever possible. To meet the requirements of this role, you must be able to interpret complex legislation and guidance, contribute positively to the development of new working practices and initiatives that help to prevent homelessness, increase the take-up of housing options and minimise the use and cost of temporary accommodation. Package Ashfield is a great place to work where employees are valued. Benefits include a very generous holiday entitlement of up to 35 days per year, local government pension and flexible working. Closing date: 10 November 2024 Interview date: 19 November 2024 Why not click ‘apply' today? Don't miss out on this opportunity to develop your career as our Executive Assistant. Previous applicants need not apply Canvassing of Members of the Council (directly or indirectly) for any appointment shall disqualify the candidate for that appointment. Applicants should disclose if they are related to a Member or Officer of the Authority. Ashfield District Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community.