Specialist Professional
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Public Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services -
Government
Human Services/ Social Work, Public Health
Housing Solutions Officer
Pontypridd
Contract
£17.59 per hour
Our client is looking for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer
Experience of working in Homelessness in line wth the Housing (Wales) Act 2014 is essential. There will be a requirement to demonstrate experience of making decisons in line with the Statutory Duties within the legislation.
This is one of several roles we are currently recruiting for
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Housing Solutions Officer to join our Housing Solutions & Prevention Service.
The postholder will play an integral role in delivering early intervention and homelessness prevention in accordance with the Housing (Wales) Act 2014. Working directly with households at risk of homelessness, you will provide tailored and comprehensive housing advice, negotiate with landlords and family members, develop Personal Housing Plans, and support clients to sustain accommodation wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, effective case management skills, and a clear commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals to achieve positive and sustainable housing outcomes. You will be empathetic, well-organised, and able to work collaboratively within a fast-paced statutory environment.
If you are committed to preventing homelessness and making a meaningful difference to the lives of those in housing need, we welcome your application.
Key Responsibilities- 1. Prevent homelessness and resolve housing problems through effective early intervention and advice.
- 2. Provide realistic information to customers regarding their eligibility for housing assistance and alternative housing options.
- 3. Carry out assessments and ensure full compliance with duties placed on the Council under the Housing (Wales) Act 2014.
- 4. Respond to enquiries from Housing Register applicants, providing advice on rehousing prospects and alternative housing options.
- 5. Support applicants to complete online applications to the Common Housing Register.
- 1. Prevent homelessness and resolve housing problems through effective early intervention and advice.
- 2. Provide realistic information to customers regarding their eligibility for housing assistance and alternative housing options.
- 3. Carry out assessments and ensure full compliance with duties placed on the Council under the Housing (Wales) Act 2014.
- 4. Respond to enquiries from Housing Register applicants, providing advice on rehousing prospects and alternative housing options.
- 5. Support applicants to complete online applications to the Common Housing Register.
Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
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