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<ul><li>.Candidate_briefing_note</li><li>Competency_Framework</li><li>Job_Description_-_Homelessness_Prevention_Officer</li></ul>Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Wokingham Borough Council is dedicated to preventing homelessness and ensuring that all residents have access to safe, secure housing. Our Homelessness Prevention Team play a crucial role in delivering these services by providing comprehensive support to individuals and families at risk of losing their homes. We are now seeking a passionate and dedicated Homelessness Prevention Officer to join our team and contribute to our mission of reducing homelessness across the borough. The Role As a Homelessness Prevention Officer, you will be responsible for providing expert housing advice and support to a diverse range of applicants, including families and single individuals, who are at risk of homelessness. You will work to prevent homelessness by developing personalised housing plans and ensuring compliance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Your main responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Providing timely and detailed housing advice and assistance to individuals and families presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness within 56 days.</li><li>Conducting thorough assessments of those at risk of homelessness, implicating practical measures to prevent and relieve homelessness in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act.</li><li>Developing detailed, personalised housing plans that address the specific needs and circumstances of each applicant.</li><li>Investigating statutory duties owed to homeless applicants, issuing relevant notification decisions under Section 184 of the Housing Act.</li><li>Conducting financial assessments to determine affordability and identify barriers to securing housing for homeless households.</li><li>Supporting applicants in accessing private rented sector housing</li></ul>About You We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who is committed to preventing homelessness. The ideal candidate will have: <ul><li>A strong background in homelessness prevention and housing services.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of the Housing Act, particularly section 184, and other relevant legislation.</li><li>Experience in conducting thorough housing assessments and developing personalised housing plans.</li><li>The ability to manage complex cases,</li><li>A commitment to delivering high-quality customer care and treating all applicants with fairness and respect.</li></ul>Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team. To apply, please follow the link below. Closing date of applications: 27th November, 11pm Interview date: week commencing 1st December For an Informal discussion, please contact: Kate Layzell, Team Manager Housing Needs and Options on <a href="mailto:kate.layzell@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">kate.layzell@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Karen Giles, Team Leader - Homelessness Services on <a href="mailto:karen.giles@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.giles@wokingham.gov.uk</a> If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Salary range <ul><li>£36,363 - £39,862 per year</li></ul>

Homelessness Prevention Officer

The Vacancy FULL TIME - 37hrs Shift work - Early, Mid and Late This is an exciting role that supports people who find themselves homeless and in need of temporary accommodation. The ideal candidate will have experience in accessing the welfare system and maximising income, will have experience or knowledge of supporting people with co-occurring needs and can evidence this. A knowledge of safeguarding and raising safeguarding referrals is preferential. West Berkshire Homeless Service provides support to adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across two locations, each are tailored to meet the needs of the clients. Our aim is to provide person-centred support to our clients, empowering them to gain the life skills they require to move on to more independent living. If you love working with people and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you! JOB PURPOSE To lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that supports them in keeping them safe and helping them achieve their goals. To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>To assess the needs of each client, helping to develop their individual support plan to achieve their goals</li> <li>To produce and regularly review comprehensive client-based risk assessments</li> <li>To manage a caseload of clients on a one-to-one basis </li> <li>To support clients to gain and/or maintain accommodation or achieve outcomes defined by the service specification</li> <li>To engage with local authorities, health providers and other agencies, creating and maintaining constructive working relationships to maximise the opportunities available to clients</li> <li>To lead on client activities to help them gain practical life skills and encourage their engagement with the running of the service</li> <li>To support clients with managing their finances, paying rent, managing arrears and accessing benefits</li> <li>To encourage and signpost clients to the local community and to resources relevant to their aspirations including education, training, employment activity or volunteering </li> <li>To support clients in trauma informed and psychologically informed ways</li> <li>To adhere to safeguarding responsibilities, following our safeguarding policy and procedure</li> <li>To help maintain health and safety, ensuring clients, visitors and buildings are safe in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, policy and procedures</li> <li>To provide basic first aid assistance until help arrives (full training is provided)</li> <li>To work confidently and efficiently when lone working</li> <li>To maintain accurate records on our client management system and ensure these are stored in line with GDPR</li> <li>To maintain confidentiality</li> <li>To represent the organisation in a professional manner</li> <li>To carry out any other reasonable duties required in the interest of the organisation</li></ul>ROLE REQUIREMENTS <ul> <li>This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role</li> <li>This role may require a full drivers' licence and access to a vehicle</li> <li>This role may require you to work flexibly across several sites </li> <li>This role may require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis</li> <li>This role may require you to work nights and/or weekends</li> <li>This role may require you to lone work</li></ul>ESSENTIAL CRITERIA <ul> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Clear verbal and written English </li> <li>Good keyboard skills for data inputting</li> <li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word</li> <li>Confident and assertive manner</li> <li>Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own</li> <li>Effective team working </li> <li>Ability to respond calmly to crisis</li> <li>Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations</li> <li>Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues</li></ul>DESIRABLE CRITERIA <ul> <li>Experience of managing a caseload of clients </li> <li>Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery</li> <li>Understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs</li> <li>Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system</li></ul>We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Two Saints is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment. We carry out pre--employment checks such as DBS checks, Overseas police checks (where appropriate), reference checks, and CV gap querying for all new staff members. About Us We offer support to people who are homeless, vulnerable or at risk of becoming homeless and need help rebuilding their lives for a brighter future. Our services include safe, flexible and reliable client led housing and support with a focus on reducing homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and building on individual's skills and resilience to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and exclusion. We work in partnership with multiple agencies and authorities to deliver support and accommodation needs across Berkshire, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Dorset. We are dedicated to safeguarding all young people and adults with our services. We follow safer recruitment practices for all our vacancies to assure that all successful candidates are suitable to work with our clients. We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that embodies our values and promotes a tolerant and respectful environment where everyone can feel empowered to succeed. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Our vision To be a safety net for people in tough times and the springboard to a brighter future. Our mission To provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps. Our values Everyone matters We know we're stronger together We do the right things, for the right reasons We never give up Our Gallery Previous Next Our Benefits Extra mile awards Pension with life cover Blue Light Card Champions of equality Employee assistance programme Staff discounts via Wider Wallet Dedication to wellbeing GP helpline Length of service awards Generous and flexible holiday Refer a friend scheme

Homeless Recovery Worker

12 Months Maternity Cover Secondment for internal staff available We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements: We support hybrid working and believe that flexible arrangements help our employees thrive. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. The team primarily works from home, with some time required in our Reading office and undertaking meetings in the Reading area. About the role As the Homelessness Partnerships Officer, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing services for single homeless households. Your responsibilities will include:<ul> <li>Service coordination: Support the delivery of Homelessness Support Services, including chairing the Access Panel and facilitating all its relevant functions and administration, to ensure services are responsive, effective, and aligned with local housing priorities. This includes managing all referrals and decisions on priorities for vacancies that arise.</li> <li>Casework and advocacy: Provide casework support and act as a single point of contact for internal and external partner services, working closely with case holding Homelessness Prevention Officers to effect positive supported housing referrals and outcomes for those approaching Homelessness Prevention Services.</li> <li>Partnership liaison and oversight: Ensure housing needs are represented in multi-agency forums such as MAPPA, MARAC, and Integrated Offender Management panels. Provide oversight and coordination rather than direct casework support.</li> <li>Emergency protocols: Support with the effective operation of the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP), reviewing annually with stakeholders to align with national best practice.</li> <li>Service development: Support service reviews and improvement planning for all Access Panel functions and the development of effective case management systems and referral mechanisms for supported housing referrals.</li> <li>Commissioning and procurement: Contribute to the development of service specifications, support the assessment of contract bids/tenders.</li> <li>Stakeholder engagement: Support collaboration with internal teams and external partners - such as voluntary sector organisations, registered social landlords, and commissioned services - by contributing to the development of joint protocols and helping improve service outcomes.</li> <li>Data analysis and reporting: Support with the analysis of trends and performance data to inform service delivery and assist in preparing reports with insights and recommendations.</li> <li>Strategic input: Contribute to the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and Action Plan.</li> <li>Quality assurance: Assist in monitoring service quality by carrying out client file checks, gathering feedback through service user consultations, and supporting unannounced provider visits.</li> </ul>What we're looking for<ul> <li>Experience in housing, homelessness services, or commissioned services.</li> <li>Strong project management and partnership working skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.</li> <li>Ability to assess and manage complex cases, partners, and influence service delivery.</li> <li>Knowledge of housing legislation, homelessness, and rough sleeping issues.</li> </ul>You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li> <li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li> <li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li> <li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax.</li> </ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: 23rd November 2025 Interview Date: 16th and 18th December 2025 Expected start date: Mid-March 2026 Interview Process: To be confirmed.

Homelessness Partnerships Officer

12 Months Maternity Cover Secondment for internal staff available We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements: We support hybrid working and believe that flexible arrangements help our employees thrive. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. The team primarily works from home, with some time required in our Reading office and undertaking meetings in the Reading area. About the role As the Homelessness Partnerships Officer, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing services for single homeless households. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Service coordination: Support the delivery of Homelessness Support Services, including chairing the Access Panel and facilitating all its relevant functions and administration, to ensure services are responsive, effective, and aligned with local housing priorities. This includes managing all referrals and decisions on priorities for vacancies that arise.</li><li>Casework and advocacy: Provide casework support and act as a single point of contact for internal and external partner services, working closely with case holding Homelessness Prevention Officers to effect positive supported housing referrals and outcomes for those approaching Homelessness Prevention Services.</li><li>Partnership liaison and oversight: Ensure housing needs are represented in multi-agency forums such as MAPPA, MARAC, and Integrated Offender Management panels. Provide oversight and coordination rather than direct casework support.</li><li>Emergency protocols: Support with the effective operation of the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP), reviewing annually with stakeholders to align with national best practice.</li><li>Service development: Support service reviews and improvement planning for all Access Panel functions and the development of effective case management systems and referral mechanisms for supported housing referrals.</li><li>Commissioning and procurement: Contribute to the development of service specifications, support the assessment of contract bids/tenders.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement: Support collaboration with internal teams and external partners - such as voluntary sector organisations, registered social landlords, and commissioned services - by contributing to the development of joint protocols and helping improve service outcomes.</li><li>Data analysis and reporting: Support with the analysis of trends and performance data to inform service delivery and assist in preparing reports with insights and recommendations.</li><li>Strategic input: Contribute to the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and Action Plan.</li><li>Quality assurance: Assist in monitoring service quality by carrying out client file checks, gathering feedback through service user consultations, and supporting unannounced provider visits.</li></ul>What we're looking for <ul><li>Experience in housing, homelessness services, or commissioned services.</li><li>Strong project management and partnership working skills.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.</li><li>Ability to assess and manage complex cases, partners, and influence service delivery.</li><li>Knowledge of housing legislation, homelessness, and rough sleeping issues.</li></ul>You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: <ul><li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li><li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li><li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li><li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li><li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax.</li></ul>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Verena.Hutcheson@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: 23rd November 2025 Interview Date: 16th and 18th December 2025 Expected start date: Mid-March 2026 Interview Process: To be confirmed. Salary range <ul><li>£39,152 - £44,075 per year</li></ul>

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