Temporary Accommodation Move On Visiting Officer
Lambeth CouncilOverview
Temporary Accommodation Move On Visiting Officer x2 posts
SO2: Starting salary £40,005 per annum incl LW
12-month fixed term contract
Be part of someone’s journey out of temporary accommodation toward finding their next home.
It’s an exciting time to join Lambeth as Lambeth Council undergo an important transformation programme to improve housing services, placing people at their heart. The Temporary Accommodation Move On Team is a key part of this; Lambeth Council is looking for committed and enthusiastic colleagues to join Lambeth Council, helping people who have been in often long-term temporary accommodation to find their next home.
About the Temporary Accommodation Move On Team
At Lambeth, Lambeth Council is investing in a newly formed Move On Team because Lambeth Council is determined to reverse the growing numbers of people living in temporary accommodation. Lambeth Council want to support people into settled homes which provide them with the certainty and stability that is so needed, while also helping to relieve the significant pressure that temporary accommodation is placing on council budgets.
The Role
This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of delivering and developing a new service in Lambeth. The team is an integral part of transforming how Lambeth Council work with people living in temporary accommodation.
- Carry out visits to people living in temporary accommodation.
- Be the initial point of contact between them and the Move On Team.
- Work with the household to understand their circumstances.
- Complete a housing needs assessment and carry out property and occupancy checks.
- Identify different housing options and any support needed.
- Implement the Council’s legal duties to people living in temporary accommodation.
This role requires you to travel throughout the week within Lambeth and the wider south-east to carry out visits, with expenses covered according to Lambeth’s Travel and Subsistence Policy.
About You
The successful candidates will be passionate and motivated to support people out of homelessness. You will be a skilled and confident communicator, able to build relationships and rapport with residents while also working sensitively to manage expectations.
You will have knowledge of housing options, homelessness law and practice, and related fields including housing benefits and welfare rights. This will ensure that households have access to the right advice and support.
Your communication style will be clear and organised. You will maintain accurate records and self-manage your visits according to team priorities.
Experience working with people who are or have been homeless, or who are in vulnerable situations is desirable. Lambeth Council especially welcome applications from people who have experienced homelessness themselves.
The successful candidate will be required to hold a valid Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Benefits
- Annual leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Participation in staff networks
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days
- Hybrid Working
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Secure Bike Storage facilities
At Lambeth, Lambeth Council is dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all.
