Housing Solutions Reviews Officer

V85103792

£36.72 Per Hour

Temporary

South East London

Local Authority

Posted 1 hour ago

Expires In 27 Days

Job Description

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer
Location: Lambeth, South East London
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00
Pay Rate: £36 per hour umbrella
Contract Type: [3 to 6 months ongoing contract]

Key Responsibilities

Conduct statutory homelessness reviews, including Section 202 reviews, in line with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended).
Review and evaluate housing decisions relating to duty owed, suitability of accommodation, priority need, intentionality, and local connection.
Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law to ensure decisions are legally sound and defensible.
Prepare clear, comprehensive, and well-reasoned review decision letters within statutory timescales.
Monitor compliance with housing legislation, policies, and procedures.
Analyse trends and outcomes arising from reviews to identify service improvements.
Work collaboratively with Housing Solutions teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies.
Engage with residents and stakeholders professionally, ensuring transparency and fairness in decision-making.
Contribute to service development and quality assurance initiatives.

Essential Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Urban Studies, Law, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Minimum of three years’ experience in housing services, homelessness, reviews, or a related area.
Demonstrable experience undertaking Homelessness Part 7 reviews, including Section 202 reviews.
Strong working knowledge of:
- Housing Act 1996 (as amended)
- Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
- Homelessness Code of Guidance
- Review Regulations
- Relevant homelessness case law
Experience working within a London local authority.