Housing Officer (Casework & Prevention) | £35,412 - £38,220
Barnsley
Barnsley, UK
Published today
Housing officer
Full Time
Position reference:50124620
Directorate: Public Health and Communities| Service: Resilient Communities
Salary : £ 35,412 - £38,220
Working Arrangements : Flexible
Hours per week : 37
Contract type: Permanent
We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch .
See our range of Employee Rewards:
Closing date : 10/07/2026a t 23:59
The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.
The successful candidate will be required to be available outside of services normal working hours as part of a standby rota to respond to out of hours service needs. A standardised standby payment will be made in respect of these duties.
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We're an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and now's the perfect time to join our excellent Communities team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to preventing homelessness in the Borough to join our Housing Options Team.
The role will involve providing a comprehensive, customer focussed housing options service to enable the council to prevent homelessness and meet its statutory duties in line with Part VII Housing Act 1996, as amended.
Working as part of a busy team, you will provide comprehensive housing advice and manag e a varied caseload , working across partners to find innovate ways to prevent homelessness . You will work proactively to prevent homelessness wherever possible, helping households to remain in their homes or secure suitable alternative accommodation at the earliest opportunity.
The postholder will carry out assessments, develop personalised housing plans, and deliver prevention and relief duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act, working in partnership with internal services and external agencies. You will take a strengths - based , trauma - informed approach, supporting people to access appropriate housing , sustain tenancies, and avoid repeat homelessness.
This role supports the national ambition that homelessness should be rare, brief, and non - recurring , and contributes to improved outcomes for individuals, families, and the wider community .
This post will be based in the main office in Barnsley town centre, but may require attendance at other locations and may be required to carry out home visits.
The role offer s an opportunity to be part of a service committed to delivering the ambitions of the National Plan to End Homelessness , where prevention is prioritised, partnerships are strengthened, and people receive the right support at the right time.
We are looking for someone who is motivated by making a difference, committed to collaborative and trauma - informed practice, and keen to contribute to a service that puts people, prevention, and long - term solutions at the centre of its work.
You will require strong communication skills both verbally and in writing and have working knowledge of homelessness alon g with other relevant legislation. You will be an excellent team player with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Experience of casework and advocacy is essential. A relevant level 4 qualification or relevant experience is also essential for the post .
For an informal discussion about these posts, please contact Rachael Todd at or 01226 787508
Please use the documents below to help support you with your application form.
Job Profile:
Vacancy Exposure Profile:
Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your application formhow you meet the required criteria.
We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
CV's are not accepted for this role.
At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"
Let's stay connected, follow us on social media:
Apply now
Directorate: Public Health and Communities| Service: Resilient Communities
Salary : £ 35,412 - £38,220
Working Arrangements : Flexible
Hours per week : 37
Contract type: Permanent
We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch .
See our range of Employee Rewards:
Closing date : 10/07/2026a t 23:59
The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.
The successful candidate will be required to be available outside of services normal working hours as part of a standby rota to respond to out of hours service needs. A standardised standby payment will be made in respect of these duties.
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We're an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and now's the perfect time to join our excellent Communities team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
- We're an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
- Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
- If you join the team you'll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we'll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
- We'll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
- There's so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make .
- Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to preventing homelessness in the Borough to join our Housing Options Team.
The role will involve providing a comprehensive, customer focussed housing options service to enable the council to prevent homelessness and meet its statutory duties in line with Part VII Housing Act 1996, as amended.
Working as part of a busy team, you will provide comprehensive housing advice and manag e a varied caseload , working across partners to find innovate ways to prevent homelessness . You will work proactively to prevent homelessness wherever possible, helping households to remain in their homes or secure suitable alternative accommodation at the earliest opportunity.
The postholder will carry out assessments, develop personalised housing plans, and deliver prevention and relief duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act, working in partnership with internal services and external agencies. You will take a strengths - based , trauma - informed approach, supporting people to access appropriate housing , sustain tenancies, and avoid repeat homelessness.
This role supports the national ambition that homelessness should be rare, brief, and non - recurring , and contributes to improved outcomes for individuals, families, and the wider community .
This post will be based in the main office in Barnsley town centre, but may require attendance at other locations and may be required to carry out home visits.
The role offer s an opportunity to be part of a service committed to delivering the ambitions of the National Plan to End Homelessness , where prevention is prioritised, partnerships are strengthened, and people receive the right support at the right time.
We are looking for someone who is motivated by making a difference, committed to collaborative and trauma - informed practice, and keen to contribute to a service that puts people, prevention, and long - term solutions at the centre of its work.
You will require strong communication skills both verbally and in writing and have working knowledge of homelessness alon g with other relevant legislation. You will be an excellent team player with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Experience of casework and advocacy is essential. A relevant level 4 qualification or relevant experience is also essential for the post .
For an informal discussion about these posts, please contact Rachael Todd at or 01226 787508
Please use the documents below to help support you with your application form.
Job Profile:
Vacancy Exposure Profile:
Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your application formhow you meet the required criteria.
We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
CV's are not accepted for this role.
At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"
Let's stay connected, follow us on social media:
Apply now