Housing Options Officer

Housing Options Officer – 6-Month Temporary Contract Location: Essex (Hybrid Working) Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience We are currently working with a local authority in Essex who are seeking an experienced Housing Options Officer to join their team on a 6-month temporary contract. This role offers hybrid working, with a combination of remote work and office-based duties. Key Responsibilities: * Providing housing advice and assistance to customers at risk of homelessness * Managing homelessness applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 * Completing homelessness assessments, Personalised Housing Plans, and statutory decision letters * Working proactively to prevent and relieve homelessness, including landlord negotiation * Liaising with internal teams and external agencies to secure suitable housing solutions * Ensuring cases are managed in line with current legislation and guidance Key Requirements: * Previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer within a local authority * Strong working knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and housing legislation * Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines * Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills