Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer
| Posting date: | 18 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,314 to £38,626 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | Liverpool, Merseyside |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Liverpool in Work |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job Title: Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer
A bit about us:
Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.
Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!
The Role:
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of people facing homelessness? Join our Housing Solutions team as a Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract
In the role of Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention you will work on the frontline to support some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. From conducting in-depth homelessness assessments to developing personalised housing plans, you’ll play a vital role in preventing and relieving homelessness—working closely with partners, landlords, and support services to deliver sustainable housing solutions.
This is a dynamic and rewarding role as the Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer, this role is for someone who thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments. You’ll be based in the heart of the community, often working alongside partner agencies to reach those most in need
As a Rough Sleeping Officer, you will need a strong understanding of housing legislation and a passion for safeguarding and advocacy, you’ll help shape brighter futures and contribute directly to the city’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. If you're ready to be part of a compassionate, committed team making lasting change—this is your chance
This role is fixed term for the purpose of assessing the requirement of the service going forward and will end 12 months from start date.
Our offer to you:
At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
Agile working (Role dependent) - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme
Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme
Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Discounted Gym Memberships
Employee Volunteering Scheme
Medicash
Applicants to go to website for more jobs details and a candidate pack.
A bit about us:
Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.
Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!
The Role:
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of people facing homelessness? Join our Housing Solutions team as a Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract
In the role of Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention you will work on the frontline to support some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. From conducting in-depth homelessness assessments to developing personalised housing plans, you’ll play a vital role in preventing and relieving homelessness—working closely with partners, landlords, and support services to deliver sustainable housing solutions.
This is a dynamic and rewarding role as the Rough Sleeping Assessment and Prevention Officer, this role is for someone who thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments. You’ll be based in the heart of the community, often working alongside partner agencies to reach those most in need
As a Rough Sleeping Officer, you will need a strong understanding of housing legislation and a passion for safeguarding and advocacy, you’ll help shape brighter futures and contribute directly to the city’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. If you're ready to be part of a compassionate, committed team making lasting change—this is your chance
This role is fixed term for the purpose of assessing the requirement of the service going forward and will end 12 months from start date.
Our offer to you:
At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
Agile working (Role dependent) - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme
Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme
Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Discounted Gym Memberships
Employee Volunteering Scheme
Medicash
Applicants to go to website for more jobs details and a candidate pack.