Housing Assessment and Lettings Officer

Role: Homelessness Assessment + Lettings Officer - Brent Location: HA9 0FJ - hybrid - 3 days pw in office - 2 days pw work from homeRate: £21.41 ph PAYEContractThe roleTo investigate and assess all households who apply for housing under the Housing Act 1985 and Housing Act 1996 (Part VI). This includes registering new and general housing applicants; undertaking verifications, including home visits and organising medical assessments; notifying applicants of their housing assessment priority and management and administration for existing applications.Essential requirements Understanding of housing need and homelessness issues in the Borough.Experience of giving advice to customers and working with vulnerable groups.Experience of effective joint working (both internally and externally).Experience of assessing Housing Waiting List applications and applying the terms of current legislation and Council policy and procedures To find out more information please contact removed)Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency. ..... full job details .....