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Homelessness Prevention Officer Permanent 37 hours a week Salary - NS8 £31,022 to £32,597 per annum We are looking for a Homelessness Prevention Officer to help residents who are at risk of losing their homes to stay safely and securely housed through practical support, early intervention, and strong partnership working. Could this be you? We're looking for someone who puts residents first and thrives on making a difference. As a Homelessness Prevention Officer, you'll work closely with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to prevent homelessness-especially in the private rented sector. You'll use your housing knowledge, problem-solving skills, and compassion to support people at risk, offering practical advice, financial solutions and tailored support plans. To succeed, you'll need: <ul><li>Experience in housing or tenancy advice</li><li>Strong knowledge of welfare benefits</li><li>Great communication and negotiation skills</li><li>A CIH qualification or equivalent experience</li></ul>If you're customer-focused, solution-driven, and ready to be part of a team that lives our values we would love to hear from you. We're an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace. We offer: <ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>Flexi scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days' paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>Free car parking to 30 June 2026</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan. For an informal chat or more information, please contact Clare Barlow, Senior Housing Options Officer on 01636 655273. Previous applicants need not re-apply. As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce. Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: 16 November 2025 Interview: 25 November 2025 Salary range <ul><li>£31,022 - £32,597 per year</li></ul>

Homelessness Prevention Officer

About the role You'll be joining a team that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping to prevent homelessness and support those in housing crisis. This is a varied and rewarding role where your work will have visible, meaningful impact. You'll develop specialist knowledge, build strong relationships across agencies, and be supported through regular supervision, training, and development opportunities. What you will be doing You'll be the first point of contact for customers and partner agencies, providing clear, accurate advice and managing a caseload of people at risk of homelessness. You'll offer tailored support, help people stay in their homes or find sustainable alternatives, and carry out homelessness assessments in line with the law. You'll negotiate with landlords, liaise with support services, and refer to partner agencies to overcome barriers such as debt, employment issues or access to benefits. You'll also keep detailed records, promote multi-agency working, and help clients explore low-cost home ownership options where appropriate. About you <ul> <li>passionate about preventing homelessness and supporting people in crisis</li> <li>experienced in housing advice, case management or related support work</li> <li>confident applying housing legislation and understanding legal duties</li> <li>able to build strong relationships with partner agencies and clients</li> <li>skilled at handling conflict, remaining calm and solution-focused under pressure</li> <li>organised, with a keen eye for detail and accurate record-keeping</li> <li>professionally curious, able to gather information and make fair, informed decisions</li> <li>clear communicator, both in writing and face-to-face</li> <li>comfortable working independently while knowing when to escalate or collaborate</li></ul>Further Information For further information about the role please contact [email protected] This post requires you to have access to sensitive information. It will be subject to a Basic Criminal Records Check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders. About Us At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future. We: <ul> <li>provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents </li> <li>work in partnership to make a real difference </li> <li>value every role and the impact it has on our communities </li> <li>support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive </li></ul>You will: <ul> <li>be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset </li> <li>have access to a range of benefits and support </li> <li>have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression </li></ul>We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application. This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement. If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love you to join us. Find out more about how to apply.

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