We are looking for a Housing Support Officer to work with our client located near Somerset Cricket Ground in Taunton. Easily accesible from Junction 25 off the M5.
The role of a Housing Support Officer is to provide advice, information and assistance to applicants who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Help applicants to explore their housing options and find suitable accommodation that meets their needs. To work with a range of partners and agencies to prevent and reduce homelessness in the community.
The ideal candidate would have experience in the below :
- Experience of working within a Housing Options team
- Experience of working in a housing association, local authority housing department or similar organisation
- Experience of dealing with the public and in particular vulnerable applicants
- Experience of effective partnership working which has led to positive solutions
The role is 0900-1700 Monday - Friday and is a temporay placement initially for 3 months but with the potential of being extended. Remote working is potentially considered also.
£15.70 per hour.
For more information, please apply within.