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Targeted Housing Advisor

Job in City Of London, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listing for: Service Care Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work, Public Health
  • Government
    Human Services/ Social Work, Public Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21.21 GBP Hourly GBP 21.21 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City Of London

Targeted Housing Adviser

£21.21 per hour (LTD)
• 12-week temporary placement
• Full-time | Office-based

I'm working with a local authority-owned organisation to recruit an experienced Targeted Housing Adviser to support a busy Housing Advice and Homelessness Prevention service. This is a frontline role dealing with complex housing cases, offering practical advice and working proactively to prevent and relieve homelessness.

The role
  • Managing a varied caseload, providing housing advice and support to vulnerable individuals and families
  • Delivering homelessness prevention and relief work in line with the Housing Act 1996 (Part VI & VII)
  • Assessing eligibility, making informed decisions and issuing robust decision letters
  • Providing advice on housing options, security of tenure, possession proceedings and relationship breakdown
  • Supporting clients with welfare benefits, debt advice and access to support services
  • Developing person‑centred, solution‑focused support plans
  • Working closely with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes
  • Accurately recording casework and decisions using housing IT systems
What we're looking for
  • Proven experience in a Housing Advice, Housing Options or Homelessness role
  • Strong working knowledge of homelessness legislation and housing law
  • Experience working with vulnerable households in a fast‑paced environment
  • Confident decision‑maker with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage risk, prioritise workloads and work to tight deadlines
What's on offer
  • £21.21 per hour (LTD)
  • 12-week temporary contract
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive, experienced housing team
  • Immediate start available

Interested or know someone suitable?

Get in touch for more details or to apply:
George Westhead
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📞(phone number removed)

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