Details:
- Salary: £22.50 - 30 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: North West
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Interim Housing Advisory Officer
???? Lancashire | ???? 12-Month Contract | ???? Hybrid Working
???? Rate: Negotiable
We’re currently partnering with a Local Authority in Lancashire to recruit an experienced Housing Advisory Officer on an interim basis for an initial 12-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy housing service, supporting residents with housing advice, homelessness prevention, and temporary accommodation solutions.
???? Working Arrangements
* Hybrid working model
* First 4 weeks fully onsite (Lancashire)
* Thereafter: 3 days per week in the office
✅ Key Responsibilities
* Assess applications under the Homelessness Reduction Act (HRA 2017)
* Manage a caseload across prevention and relief duties
* Develop and deliver Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs)
* Provide tailored housing advice to residents, including vulnerable individuals
* Independently assess and arrange Temporary Accommodation placements
???? Essential Experience
* Proven background in housing options / housing advice
* Experience working within a local authority setting
* Strong track record managing homelessness prevention and relief cases
* Confident handling caseloads and delivering positive outcomes for clients
* Experience assessing housing needs and booking Temporary Accommodation
???? Key Skills & Knowledge
* Strong knowledge of housing systems, particularly Abritas (or similar platforms)
* Excellent communication and case management skills
* Ability to support vulnerable clients effectively
* Organised, proactive, and able to work independently
???? Interested?
Apply today or get in touch for more information—this role is open to candidates available at short notice