Housing Advice Officer

2 weeks ago


Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Sevenoaks District Council Full time

Employer:
- Sevenoaks District Council- Salary:
- £30,814 - £33,572- Location:
- Council Offices, Argyle Road- Contract:
- Temporary- Working Pattern:
- Full Time- Hours:
- 37 hours per week.- DBS Check:
- Enhanced- Closing Date:
- 15/01/2023 at 23:59- Reference:
- SDC/22/222866**Can you help reduce homelessness?**

You’ll take a proactive and innovative approach towards prevention homelessness in Sevenoaks as it is one of our key focuses. Working across the whole Housing service, you’ll assist primarily with rough sleepers with a variety of projects and initiatives which means you’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further.

If you have a background in housing, then you’ll know that communication and a detailed knowledge of the Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 is essential. You’ll also be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and maintain a high level of accuracy.
- Please note this is a fixed-term contract position for 12 months. _

This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).

**Do you want to know more about the role?**

All agency enquiries must be directed to Lucy Wraxall, Recruitment & Onboarding Advisor (01723 227383).

**Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?**

**Closing date: 15**th** January 2023**

**Interviews: 24**th** January 2023**

**Equal Opportunities**:
Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



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