Rough Sleeping Officer

Do you have strong frontline experience supporting people sleeping rough?

We're recruiting for an experienced Rough Sleeping Outreach Officer to join a Local Authority homelessness service in Surrey on a temporary basis. This is a frontline outreach role focused on engaging with individuals sleeping rough and supporting them off the streets into sustainable accommodation.

You'll be carrying out regular street outreach, verifying rough sleeper reports, completing needs-based assessments and working closely with Housing Options to contribute to Personalised Housing Plans. The role involves making referrals into health, substance misuse and support services, advocating on behalf of clients, and supporting access to accommodation through Locata. Accurate case recording and outcome monitoring will be a key part of the position.

Key aspects of the role include:

Street outreach and direct engagement with rough sleepers

Multi-agency working to coordinate housing and support pathways

Supporting access to accommodation through Locata and contributing to PHPs

We're looking for someone confident working independently in the community, with strong partnership working skills and a solid understanding of homelessness processes. A minimum of three years' experience specifically within rough sleeping outreach roles is essential.

The role offers flexible working arrangements, and the rate is dependent on experience.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced outreach professional who wants to make a real impact supporting vulnerable individuals into safer, more stable housing.

Know someone who fits the bill? Refer an officer with relevant rough sleeping experience and, if they're successfully placed, you'll receive a £100 Amazon voucher as a thank you.

Interested?

Please send your CV to