Housing Options Officer

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is internal and only open to current employees of Ashfield District Council or anyone currently engaged with the Council through Agency
Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of residents in housing need? If so, the Housing Options Officer role may be for you.
You will be responsible for providing a customer focused, high-quality advice and assessment service for people who are threatened with homelessness or are experiencing homelessness
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customers' circumstances are investigated and their housing and support needs are assessed in accordance with the homelessness legislation, statutory guidance and the Council's policies and procedures with a view to prevent or relieve homelessness wherever possible.
To meet the requirements of this role, you must be able to interpret complex legislation and guidance, contribute positively to the development of new working practices and initiatives that help to prevent homelessness, increase the take-up of housing options and minimise the use and cost of temporary accommodation.
For further information or to discuss the post contact Ian Scholes, Service Manager -Housing Options Team Leader on
Closing date: 22 September 2026
Interviews: 30 September 2026

Contractual hours: 37
Package:
Up to 43 days per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time/condensed working)
Local Government pension scheme
Personal Development
Discounted leisure facilities
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme
Health & well-being