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Join to apply for theHousing Reviews Officerrole atRichmond and Wandsworth Councils 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theHousing Reviews Officerrole atRichmond and Wandsworth Councils About UsJob Title: Housing Reviews OfficerSalary - £39,471 - £47,830 per annumPermanent Full timeLocation: Housing Dept 90 Putney Bridge RoadOther essential information: Working in both Richmond and Wandsworth BoroughsObjective of roleAre you an accomplished and knowledgeable housing professional with experience of robust decision making against a legislative framework?Do you have experience in conducting housing reviews or the ability to learn based on your housing knowledge and background.Are you able to share your expertise within a multidisciplinary housing options service?If you are passionate about evolving case law that influences homelessness services, this role could be perfect for you.In this position, you will report to the Deputy Housing Reviews Manager and carry out a caseload of both statutory and non-statutory reviews. Your role is crucial to ensuring that our review decisions are robust and legally sound, ultimately helping to shape the quality of homelessness services across Richmond and Wandsworth Councils.You will be working across both boroughs, contributing to a fast-paced environment where your decisions will have a direct impact on service delivery and the lives of those at risk of homelessness.About The RoleYou will have experience of making decisions in relation to homelessness applications or applications to join the housing register.You will operate in a fast-paced working environment working to statutory deadlines and ensuring that reviews are carried out in accordance with the relevant timescales.You will be responsible for managing a case load of reviews and will be required to provide detailed written decisions that are robustly defendable if challenged on appeal.You will work collaboratively with other Council services to ensure that learning opportunities shared in a meaningful and informative way.You will be required to attend court, instructing and advising counsel where appropriateEssential Qualifications, Skills And ExperienceTo excel in this role, you will need:A detailed knowledge of housing legislation and an analytical approach to your work, you will be able to able to critically evaluate information and communicate complex decisions clearly in writing.The ability to manage a large and complex caseload without day-to-day supervision.Ability to produce detailed legal notifications for internal colleagues and service users and their legal representatives.Experience of attending court, providing detailed case information, and advising counsel on short notice when necessary.Experience of collaborative working as part of a wider team in a fast paced, front line housing service.Indicative Recruitment TimelineClosing Date: Sunday 27th July 2024Shortlisting Date: W/C 28th July 2024Interview Date: TBCWe may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointmentUseful InformationRichmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.Richmond and Wandsworth CouncilsAttached documentsHousing Reviews Officer - Job Profile.pdf Anonymised Application Guide for candidates.pdfSeniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Other Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils by 2x Get notified about new Housing Officer jobs inHigh Street, England, United Kingdom . 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