Triage Officer

Description:

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Slough Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Triage Officer this role will be based at: 3 day office based, 2 days remote, Chalvey Community Hub, Ladbrooke Road, Slough, SL1 2SR

The right candidate will:

* Act as the first point of contact for homelessness enquiries via phone, face-to-face, and digital channels

* Conduct initial triage assessments to determine eligibility, priority need, and risk of homelessness

* Provide high-quality housing advice, including prevention options and available support services

* Identify safeguarding concerns and escalate cases appropriately

* Refer and signpost customers to relevant internal teams and external agencies

* Support early prevention work, including landlord negotiation and tenancy sustainment advice

* Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with statutory duties and internal procedures

We require the following:

* Experience working in housing, homelessness, or a related frontline advisory role

* Knowledge of homelessness legislation, particularly the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with vulnerable individuals

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon