Support & Inclusion Officer
Bournemouth
Temporary Accommodation
3 Months Temp to Perm
37 Hours
£18.12 LTD / £15.45 PAYE (inc holiday)
Are you experienced in providing housing-related support and looking for your next challenge? Join a Local Authority team in Bournemouth as a Support & Inclusion Officer!
THE ROLE
As a Support & Inclusion Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals within Temporary Accommodation and Joint Living Properties (HMO). The position blends responsibilities of support and inclusion with landlord liaison and property procurement.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing face-to-face support to customers in temporary and supported accommodation settings.
Assisting customers in securing move-on accommodation.
Collaborating with landlords and liaising to secure housing solutions.
Conducting risk assessments and creating individualised support plans.
Managing relationships with key stakeholders, including support services and external agencies.
Promoting tenancy sustainability and preventing homelessness.
Supporting procurement efforts to identify and secure suitable housing options.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, working within Temporary Accommodation, Supported Housing, or related fields.
Additional requirements include:
Knowledge of HMO properties and landlord liaison practices.
Strong understanding of housing legislation and homelessness prevention.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
Enhanced DBS clearance (required).
THE CONTRACT
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Duration: 3-month contract with potential for temp-to-perm.
Pay: £18.12 per hour LTD company rate / £15.45 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday).
Hybrid: 3 days per week in office, 2 days working from home
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate
