Housing Options Officer

Employer: Arun District Council
Salary: £37,280 - £39,152 per annum
Location: Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Contract: Contract
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week. See role profile for details.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 17/08/2026 at 23:59
Reference: CE/26/342407

At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could bethat difference.

The post holder will be providing comprehensive housing advice and support to residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, with a strong focus on prevention and early intervention. You will assess individual circumstances, explore all available housing options, and work proactively with customers and partner agencies to secure suitable accommodation. The role ensures the Council meets its statutory homelessness duties while delivering a responsive, compassionate and solution-focused service.

For more information about joining the Housing Options Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).

Please note that this role is fixed term for the purpose of maternity cover, therefore, there is no guarantee of the contract lasting the full 12 months.

We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements.

Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parentalstatus, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.