Targeted Housing Advisor

Targeted Housing Adviser £21.21 per hour (LTD) 12-week temporary placement Full-time | Office-based I’m working with a local authority–owned organisation to recruit an experienced Targeted Housing Adviser to support a busy Housing Advice and Homelessness Prevention service. This is a frontline role dealing with complex housing cases, offering practical advice and working proactively to prevent and relieve homelessness. The role: Managing a varied caseload, providing housing advice and support to vulnerable individuals and families Delivering homelessness prevention and relief work in line with the Housing Act 1996 (Part VI & VII) Assessing eligibility, making informed decisions and issuing robust decision letters Providing advice on housing options, security of tenure, possession proceedings and relationship breakdown Supporting clients with welfare benefits, debt advice and access to support services Developing person-centred, solution-focused support plans Working closely with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes Accurately recording casework and decisions using housing IT systemsWhat we’re looking for: Proven experience in a Housing Advice, Housing Options or Homelessness role Strong working knowledge of homelessness legislation and housing law Experience working with vulnerable households in a fast-paced environment Confident decision-maker with excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to manage risk, prioritise workloads and work to tight deadlinesWhat’s on offer: £21.21 per hour (LTD) 12-week temporary contract Opportunity to work in a supportive, experienced housing team Immediate start available📩 Interested or know someone suitable? Get in touch for more details or to apply: George Westhead 📧 (url removed) 📞(phone number removed)