Senior Homeless Reduction Officer
| Posting date: | 27 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,367 to £36,325 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2025 |
| Location: | Isle Of Wight, South East England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Isle of Wight Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2025_1368 |
Summary
Closing date: Friday 20th June and 12 noon
In person interviews for this role are scheduled to be held on the Isle of Wight on Friday 27th June
Hours: 37 per week
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Homelessness Reduction Officer to join a dynamic Housing Solutions team. In this role you will provide expert housing advice, lead on complex homelessness cases, and contribute to the delivery of homelessness services.
You will take a lead role on case specific decision-making and managing complex casework, with the focus on statutory duties under Part 7 Housing Act 1996.
You will be a visible and effective senior figure within the team and work collaboratively with colleagues across departments including social care, allocations, and external partners. From attending safeguarding meetings to supporting out-of-hours emergency responses, you will be at the forefront of helping those at risk of homelessness access the support and housing they need.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and support to case officers on housing legislation and undertake complex homelessness prevention casework
Ensure that officer casework is compliant with legislation and statutory duties through supervisions, audits and other monitoring processes
To oversee interim accommodation placements for the Housing Solutions team and respond to initial identification of risks
Monitor systems to ensure that information collected is accurately recorded for the H-CLIC reports to Government
Be a lead on Gypsy and Traveller liaison for the council.
About You
Significant experience working in housing, homelessness prevention, or similar frontline roles
A strong working knowledge of Housing Act 1996, relevant case law, and current housing policy
Proven ability to manage complex casework
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Experience managing and coordinating a team
A flexible, collaborative, and customer-focused approach
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jem Seaward at 01983 821000 ext. 6929 or email Jem.seaward@iow.gov.uk
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
Local Government pension scheme
Discounted Solent ferry travel
Island bus network discount
Cycle to work scheme
Staff parking permit scheme
Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
National and local discounts & benefits schemes
Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.
In person interviews for this role are scheduled to be held on the Isle of Wight on Friday 27th June
Hours: 37 per week
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Homelessness Reduction Officer to join a dynamic Housing Solutions team. In this role you will provide expert housing advice, lead on complex homelessness cases, and contribute to the delivery of homelessness services.
You will take a lead role on case specific decision-making and managing complex casework, with the focus on statutory duties under Part 7 Housing Act 1996.
You will be a visible and effective senior figure within the team and work collaboratively with colleagues across departments including social care, allocations, and external partners. From attending safeguarding meetings to supporting out-of-hours emergency responses, you will be at the forefront of helping those at risk of homelessness access the support and housing they need.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and support to case officers on housing legislation and undertake complex homelessness prevention casework
Ensure that officer casework is compliant with legislation and statutory duties through supervisions, audits and other monitoring processes
To oversee interim accommodation placements for the Housing Solutions team and respond to initial identification of risks
Monitor systems to ensure that information collected is accurately recorded for the H-CLIC reports to Government
Be a lead on Gypsy and Traveller liaison for the council.
About You
Significant experience working in housing, homelessness prevention, or similar frontline roles
A strong working knowledge of Housing Act 1996, relevant case law, and current housing policy
Proven ability to manage complex casework
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Experience managing and coordinating a team
A flexible, collaborative, and customer-focused approach
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jem Seaward at 01983 821000 ext. 6929 or email Jem.seaward@iow.gov.uk
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
Local Government pension scheme
Discounted Solent ferry travel
Island bus network discount
Cycle to work scheme
Staff parking permit scheme
Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
National and local discounts & benefits schemes
Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.
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