Senior Housing Officer
Instagram, Seaham, County Durham
Senior Housing Officer
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Instagram, Seaham, County Durham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 10 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
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Location ref: Seaham, County Durham
Full Job Description
As a Senior Housing Officer within the Homeless Prevention Team, you will be responsible for investigating and confirming decisions following applications to the authority under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and the assisted prevention of homelessness. Working closely with accommodation providers and partner agencies, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of Durham County Council's duty to provide temporary accommodation, ensuring statutory duties are met and discharged efficiently in line with legislative requirements. You will also supervise and support a team, monitoring performance to ensure timely decision-making and effective case management.
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Experience within a housing, homelessness or care related service(s)
- Knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, Part VII (Homelessness Act 2002) & Homeless Reduction Act 2017
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years' continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website below. https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits-if-you-work-for-us