Housing Solutions Officer

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are seeking a Housing Solutions Officer in Ipswich, Suffolk. You will join us on a full-time, fixed-term/secondment for 9 months (maternity cover). The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £37,280 - £44,075 per annum (pro rata for part time). This role is open to full time, part time, and job share applications, all of which will be assessed equally. Join our team We are looking for a Housing Solutions Officer to join our Housing Solutions team. If you share our values and you are motivated to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities, we would love to hear from you. About the role We are focused on the prevention of homelessness, and our Housing Solutions Officers play a key role in the delivery of our homelessness service, working to fulfil the statutory duties in respect of homelessness and access to housing, whilst working in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. As one of our team of Housing Solutions Officers, you will work directly with people facing a housing crisis, providing expert advice and taking proactive steps to prevent homelessness. The role involves managing a busy caseload, creating personalised housing plans, making statutory homelessness decisions, and working closely with partner agencies and landlords to secure sustainable housing options. Focusing on preventing homelessness, you will assist households in sustaining their current accommodation or securing ..... full job details .....