Housing Options Officer
3 weeks ago
Housing Options Officer Ashford Full Time Temporary Provide expert housing advice and support to prevent homelessness, working for a leading housing association in Ashford. THE ROLE As a Housing Options Officer, you will deliver the Council’s Homelessness Strategy, providing professional advice and practical solutions to prevent and relieve homelessness. Key responsibilities include: Conduct sensitive interviews and investigations with individuals threatened with homelessness to determine their housing needs. Provide advice on housing options, including prevention and relief solutions, in line with Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002, and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Liaise with landlords, statutory agencies, and voluntary organisations to resolve housing issues and prevent homelessness. Negotiate tenancy retention plans, Discretionary Housing Payments, and Homelessness Prevention Loans to support clients. Undertake home, hospital, or prison visits to assess housing situations and deliver advice. Maintain accurate records and ensure cases are progressed and monitored in line with legislation and Council procedures. Represent the Council at multi-agency meetings, case conferences, and court hearings as required.THE CANDIDATE We are seeking candidates with previous experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, or related roles within local authorities or housing associations. Additional experience require...
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Housing Options Officer
1 week ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full timeHousing Options Officer Ashford Full Time Temporary Provide expert housing advice and support to prevent homelessness, working for a leading housing association in Ashford. THE ROLE As a Housing Options Officer, you will deliver the Council's Homelessness Strategy, providing professional advice and practical solutions to prevent and relieve homelessness. Key...
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Housing Options Officer
2 weeks ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full timeHousing Options Officer Ashford Full Time Temporary Provide expert housing advice and support to prevent homelessness, working for a leading housing association in Ashford. THE ROLE As a Housing Options Officer, you will deliver the Council’s Homelessness Strategy, providing professional advice and practical solutions to prevent and relieve...
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Housing Options Officer
1 week ago
Sevenoaks District, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full time**Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2027** We’re committed to preventing homelessness and ensuring safe, sustainable housing solutions for everyone in our community. The Housing Options and Support team plays a vital frontline role, providing practical support, expert advice, and life-changing interventions to help single rough sleepers and sofa surfers...
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Housing Advice Officer
4 days ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full timeEmployer: - Sevenoaks District Council - Salary: - £34,072 - £36,830 - Location: - Council Offices, Argyle Road - Contract: - Contract - Working Pattern: - Full Time - Hours: - 37 hours per week. - DBS Check: - Yes - Closing Date: - 06/04/2025 at 23:59 - Reference: - SDC/25/306692 **Can you help reduce homelessness?** You’ll take a proactive...
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Housing Advice Officer
2 hours ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full time**We’re committed to preventing homelessness and ensuring safe, sustainable housing solutions for everyone in our community.** Our Housing Options and Solutions team plays a vital frontline role, providing practical support, expert advice, and life-changing interventions to help people stay in their homes or find new ones. Working as a **Housing Advice...
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Contract Officer
1 week ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom West Kent Housing Association Full timeContract Officer (Property) (£45,440 per annum, full-time, hybrid) Job Role We are looking for a Contract Officer to co-ordinate the day to day running of the planned servicing and maintenance contracts. The work will generally involve the following work streams: grounds maintenance; play parks; general and window cleaning; water management; mansafe...
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Head of Property and Housing Management
1 week ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Rockdale Housing Association Full time**Job description** Rockdale Village in Sevenoaks provides excellent care for our independent senior living residents and the residents in our 50 bed care home. Set in beautiful surroundings and located in the centre of Sevenoaks it is highly regarded by the community. Rockdale is going through an exciting period of change, and we are growing our services...
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Triage Officer
3 weeks ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full timeTriage Officer Ashford Full Time Temporary Provide expert housing advice and triage incoming enquiries for the Housing Options Team, ensuring residents receive timely support to prevent homelessness. THE ROLE As a Triage Officer, you will manage and allocate new approaches to the Housing Options Team while providing administrative and frontline support to...
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Triage Officer
2 weeks ago
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full timeTriage Officer Ashford Full Time Temporary Provide expert housing advice and triage incoming enquiries for the Housing Options Team, ensuring residents receive timely support to prevent homelessness. THE ROLE As a Triage Officer, you will manage and allocate new approaches to the Housing Options Team while providing administrative and frontline support...
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Housing Advice Officer
2 hours ago
Sevenoaks District, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full timeEmployer: - Sevenoaks District Council - Salary: - £35,162 - £38,009 - Location: - Sevenoaks District Council - Contract: - Permanent - Working Pattern: - Full Time - Hours: - 37 hours. - DBS Check: - Yes - Closing Date: - 12/10/2025 at 23:59 - Reference: - SDC/25/322758 **We’re committed to preventing homelessness and ensuring safe,...