Homelessness Prevention Officer

Secondment Opportunity: Permanent employees are encouraged to apply and will be supported as part of our workforce development commitment

Hours Per Week:
36 hours

Base

Location:

Tameside Housing Advice, Ashton-U-Lyne

Assessment Date:
To be arranged

The role of Homeless Prevention Officer is based at Tameside Housing Advice which is the homeless prevention service for Tameside, offering advice, information and housing options for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

As a Homeless Prevention Officer you will ensure effective access to housing advice and assistance to prevent or relieve homelessness. You will have a busy and varied workload that will involve completing homeless assessments to proactively determine the duties owed to applicants and prevent homelessness through timely and appropriate actions under the current homeless legislation including developing and managing a Personal Housing Plans.

To ensure vulnerable customers are supported with their housing and address their support needs in accordance with the council’s policies, relevant agreements and legislation.

You will be a great multitasker and be able to manage and prioritise a busy workload. You will have the ability to analyse, process and retrieve information via computer records and prioritise complex tasks. Have a high level of customer service skills. Be a team player and be able to build strong working partnerships. It would also be an added advantage if you were able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Housing Act 1996:
Part 6 & Part 7 and other relevant regulations and legislation.

This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English.

This position is subject to Basic Disclosure Procedures.

Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.

We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable Adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to the Job Role Criteria.

Come shape the future of Tameside with us!

Message from Julian Jackson, Director of Housing, Environment & Estates at Tameside Council.

"Since joining Team Tameside in September 2022, I've been proud to work alongside a hardworking and passionate team that's making a real difference to our borough."

"Our Place Directorate is at the heart of shaping Tameside, covering everything from planning and highways to parks, culture, arts, environmental services, and facilities management. Whether it's keeping our streets clean, improving green spaces, or driving forward exciting regeneration projects, our work makes a direct impact on the lives of residents and businesses every day."

"We've already delivered some amazing projects, like Ashton Old Baths, and are currently working on master plans for our town centres in Stalybridge, Hyde, with projects like Ashton Mayoral Development Zone, and Godley Green Garden Village also set to create new homes, jobs and commercial spaces. But it's not just about developments, day to day it's about making sure our core services are modern, efficient, and able to support thriving communities and safeguard our heritage buildings and assets for the future."

"To do that, we need passionate people to join us. If you want to be part of a team that's driving real change, improving local services, and shaping the future of Tameside, we'd love to have you on board."

"Come and be part of something great. Let's build the future of Tameside together!"

Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract

Contract Reason:
Career Break Cover

Salary:
Grade G SCP 23 £ 34,434 SCP 28 £ 39,152

Hours Per Week:
36 hours

Base

Location:

Tameside Housing Advice, Ashton-U-Lyne

Assessment Date:
To be arranged

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For further information about this role please contact the recruiting manager Fay Buckley on  or

Homeless Prevention Officer Job description and person specification