Housing Officer

Temporary Accommodation Officer - 6 Month Contractual Basis - Staffordshire Based Local Authority - Immediate Start Key Responsibilities Include: Allocation and letting of types of temporary accommodation within statutory guidelines under each Council's housing duties and Homeless Code of Guidance Ensure the best use of temporary accommodation Minimising the use of Bed and Breakfast accommodation ensuring that families are not in Bed and Breakfast any longer than 6 weeks Making suitability assessments in accordance with Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 and the Code of Guidance to ensure that clients are placed in appropriate accommodation to counteract any negative s.202 decision Responsible for administrative functions in relation to all offers of temporary accommodation Complete and make assessments on the reasonableness of refusals of any temporary accommodation including the statutory discharge of duty, investigations of suitability reviews and cancellation of accommodation Attend court where relevant to matters of litigation or other legal proceedings Carry out regular inspections of temporary accommodation and assessing physical conditions in line with HHSRS to ensure good standard of accommodation is provided and reported when necessary Ensuring that providers are part of Setting the Standard inspection service and that all nightly paid bed and breakfast and studio flats used by local authorities as temporary accommodation meet the required minimum quality standard. Monitoring and checking that eligible providers are registered on the scheme. The Ideal Candidate will Have: Ability to empathise with tenants Good negotiation and motivation skills Basic knowledge of public and private sector housing Knowledge of statutory and voluntary sector support services for vulnerable individuals Experience of partnership working with strong communication skills - able to do so with people from diverse backgrounds and at all levels If you're interested in this position, please respond to this with an updated CV or if you have any questions, call 0121 726 2680 Recruiter: Megan Vacancy: Temporary Accommodation Officer Contract Length: 6 months Location: Staffordshire based Local Authority

Location: Staffordshire, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025