Allocations Medical Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £32,535.00 i £33,987.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Bexleyheath, Kent |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 1 diwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | London Borough of Bexley |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 541 |
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You will need to work at the forefront of latest guidance and case law and will work as a medical advisor to housing and homelessness applications. www.bexley.gov.uk You will need to be able to prioritise applicants on the Council’s housing register and award medical priority according to our housing allocations policy In terms of Allocations you will need to provide professional, consistent medical advice to help the Council prioritise applicants’ requests for priority on our housing register, awarding medical priority.
Precise assessment of housing needs • Disability and accessible housing advice • Provide written advice, to facilitate client feedback In terms of vulnerability, you will need to provide prompt, professional advice to assist when medical issues are involved in part VII homeless-vulnerability cases.
Please refer to the Job Description for more information.
Candidate Profile
Experience
Minimum of 2 years work experience in a local authority housing setting, or a medical assessment role. Educated to a good, standard with excellent communication and organisational skills.
An ability to be part of a productive working environment where staff are clear about expectations and committed to the vision, goals and expectations of the organisation and service.
Knowledge
Knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part V1, Localism Act 2011 and relevant legislation, good practice, case law as relevant to the portfolio.
Knowledge of current legislation: statutes, codes of guidance, case law, for England or Wales
Knowledge of medical and social welfare aspects of housing relating to
framework for the medical assessment of housing applications.
Medical priority in Allocations:
Best practice relating to assessing vulnerability including priority need including Johnson/Hotak
20 Common medical problems in a housing context: including Depression & mental illness, personality disorders and Asthma, HIV, autism & ADHD Drug abuse, alcoholism, harassment and noise, self-harm
Use of stairs & lifts / heating / extra bedrooms for carers / refusal of offers
For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.
About Us
Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.
Our Offer to you
We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document.
Recruitment Information
As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk
Precise assessment of housing needs • Disability and accessible housing advice • Provide written advice, to facilitate client feedback In terms of vulnerability, you will need to provide prompt, professional advice to assist when medical issues are involved in part VII homeless-vulnerability cases.
Please refer to the Job Description for more information.
Candidate Profile
Experience
Minimum of 2 years work experience in a local authority housing setting, or a medical assessment role. Educated to a good, standard with excellent communication and organisational skills.
An ability to be part of a productive working environment where staff are clear about expectations and committed to the vision, goals and expectations of the organisation and service.
Knowledge
Knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part V1, Localism Act 2011 and relevant legislation, good practice, case law as relevant to the portfolio.
Knowledge of current legislation: statutes, codes of guidance, case law, for England or Wales
Knowledge of medical and social welfare aspects of housing relating to
framework for the medical assessment of housing applications.
Medical priority in Allocations:
Best practice relating to assessing vulnerability including priority need including Johnson/Hotak
20 Common medical problems in a housing context: including Depression & mental illness, personality disorders and Asthma, HIV, autism & ADHD Drug abuse, alcoholism, harassment and noise, self-harm
Use of stairs & lifts / heating / extra bedrooms for carers / refusal of offers
For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.
About Us
Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.
Our Offer to you
We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document.
Recruitment Information
As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk
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