Housing Options Officer Full Time - 37 Hours per Week (Flexible working requests will be considered) Career grade 8-6 – £25,119 to £34,834 per annum (salary dependant on experience). Permanent The Role An exciting opportunity has become available to join the Housing Services Team in the role of Housing Options Officer. The successful candidate will provide advice and guidance in order to prevent homelessness in the Borough by assisting clients to retain present accommodation, and to ensure access to a range of housing options are made available for those that are in housing need. You’ll undertake home visits, face to face and telephone assessments when required, make relevant enquiries and accurately record casework information. The successful candidate will ensure that clients are provided with effective professional advice and assistance tailored to suit their individual needs. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a housing related field, along with a working knowledge of current housing legislation and case law. Benefits of Working at Hastings Borough Council 27 days Annual Leave (pro-rated for part time staff) rising to 32 days after 5 years’ service, 35 days after 10 years and 37 days after 15 years. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support Health & Wellbeing Local Government Pension Scheme E-Learning Development Hub Central Seafront Office Location Home Working opportunities (1 or 2 days per week) after completion of successful probation period. Closing Date: 22/11/2024 at 12:00pm Interview Date : TBD