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Housing Options Officer
Job in
Lancashire, Lancashire, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-02
Listing for:
Park Avenue Recruitment
Full Time, Part Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-03-02
Job specializations:
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Government
Government Administration, Human Services/ Social Work, Public Health -
Social Work
Government Administration, Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Public Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A Lancashire-based Local Authority is looking to appoint an experienced Housing Options Officer to support its Housing Solutions service during a high-demand period. This is a part-time opportunity, requiring onsite presence two days per week.
You'll play a key role in delivering front line homelessness services, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities while driving positive, sustainable housing outcomes for residents.
The Role
Carry out homelessness assessments, triage enquiries, and detailed interviews in accordance with current legislation
Make legally robust Section 184 decisions under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
Create, implement, and review Personalised Housing Plans with clear, outcome-focused actions
Explore and secure private rented sector options, negotiating effectively with landlords and agents
Work collaboratively with internal teams including Temporary Accommodation, Allocations, and Prevention
Maintain thorough, accurate, and audit-ready case records
Contract Details
£26-£27 per hour (umbrella)
3-month contract with strong potential for extension
Hybrid working - 2 days per week onsite in Lancashire
Immediate start preferred
About You
Recent Local Authority experience managing statutory homelessness caseloads
Strong working knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Housing Act 1996 Part VII
Confident managing a varied caseload independently
Solutions-focused, proactive, and prevention-led in your approach
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Please send your CV to (url removed), along with your availability for interview and notice period
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