Housing Needs Officer

We are seeking an experienced Housing Needs Officer to join a busy local authority team in Berkshire. You will be responsible for assessing homelessness applications, carrying out robust homelessness decision making under Part VII of the Housing Act, and delivering Relief and Main Housing Duty in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act. The role involves managing a complex caseload, developing and reviewing Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs), and providing high-quality housing advice and prevention support.

Candidates must be able to attend the office 2-3 days per week. Strong local authority experience is essential.

• Assess homelessness applications and make robust decision making under Part VII of the Housing Act.
• Deliver Relief and Main Housing Duty in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act.
• Manage a complex caseload and develop and review Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs).
• Provide high-quality housing advice and prevention support.
• Attend the office 2-3 days per week.

• Strong local authority experience essential.
• Experience in housing needs assessment and decision making under the Housing Act.
• Knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act and relevant duties.

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