2-3 months contract with a local authority Job Summary: · The Front Door Team Service was established to help applicants who are threatened with homelessness or homeless to sustain their present accommodation or move into suitable private rented accommodation. · The Homeless Housing Coordinator will sit within the Families, working closely within the courts, solicitors, and Enfield’s legal department to prevent homelessness. Key Duties/Accountabilities · The Front Door Team Service will also work collaboratively with partners to improve resilience and housing sustainment, under Enfield’s Early Help strategy. The Front Door Team will provide expert advice, work closely and collaboratively with partners to prevent, or delay homelessness wherever possible, to stop people ending up in our temporary accommodation or on the streets. Essential Experience Required: · Experience of welfare, homelessness reduction act, housing and homelessness policy and case law, legislation and practice, Courts, possession orders & evictions as well as specialist knowledge on homelessness decision making is essential. · Experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children is essential. Essential Qualification Required: · A good general standard of education, written and good verbal skills is essential. Additional information to note: · Working hours: 35 hours per week. · The role requires An enhanced DBS check. The role closes soon, please apply ASAP.