Benefits Assessment officer (Financial Inclusion)

Overview

Housing Benefit Assessment Officer (Financial Inclusion) – Contract OpportunityLocation: North LondonContract: 5 months ongoing contract£27.46 per hour (umbrella)Full-time, hybrid (1 day per week in the office)We are seeking an experienced

Housing Benefit Assessment Officer (Financial Inclusion)

to join a busy local authority team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled assessor with expertise in Housing Benefit, particularly within

Temporary Accommodation (TA) .Responsibilities

Process and assess all Housing Benefit claims, including

new claims, changes in circumstances, reviews, and reconsiderations , with a strong focus on

Temporary Accommodation .Work on sign-ups for both

Temporary Accommodation and General Needs tenancies , with TA being the main priority.Apply accurate knowledge of relevant

Housing Benefit and Universal Credit legislation and guidance .Ensure accurate and timely decision-making to support financial inclusion for vulnerable households.Liaise with internal teams, landlords, and external partners to resolve queries and ensure compliance.Essential Requirements

Minimum

2 years’ experience

in Housing Benefit assessment and calculations.Strong knowledge of

Temporary Accommodation claims .Proficiency in using

Atlas, VEP, HBAA, Northgate NPS, iWorld, and Information@Work systems .Good working knowledge of

Universal Credit and its interaction with HB .Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage complex caseloads effectively.PLEASE NOTE:

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