Reviews Officer 005530
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, W6 9XY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP225876CT1757-005530-18022026 |
Summary
To lead on the conduct and administration of reviews in housing and homelessness applications under Housing Act 1996 parts VI & VII and decisions relating to the suitability of temporary accommodation and offers of permanent accommodation, as well as s.166a reviews for Housing Register purposes
To maintain up-to-date, detailed knowledge of statutory duties in relation to the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), including leading on and conducting reviews in relation to duties under HRA 2017.
To respond to legal challenges in respect of temporary accommodation offers and occupancy under the Housing Act 1996 as amended by the 2002 Homelessness Act.
To liaise with the Legal Services department in relation to legal challenges and make recommendations regarding the service’s position on legal issues.
To maintain an up-to-date detailed knowledge of national policy, development and legal issues as they relate to Housing and Welfare Reform.
To provide excellent services to all residents and customers by offering high standards of customer care at all times, acting with integrity and courtesy.
If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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