Homeless Prevention Officer

Posted 25 February 2026
Salary £28.50 - 28.50 per hour
LocationWest Sussex
Discipline Housing
Reference56546
Contact NameDan Walker

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a Council based in Sussex, who are looking to appoint a Homeless Prevention Officer on a temporary basis for 3 months.

This will be a full-time position with a negotiable rate.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in homeless prevention, a full UK licence and a Basic DBS.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Assessing clients at the hotel and obtaining relevant documentation
  • Identifying the most appropriate pathways, facilitating referrals and move on
  • Identify support needs and liaise with partner agencies to meet these needs
  • Support with resettlement into permanent accommodation
  • Delivering monthly Workshops at the hotel

Experience required:

  • Minimum of 3 years as a Homeless Prevention Officer

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Customer focussed
  • Good communication
  • Empowering and supportive
  • Goal driven
  • Embody organisational values

Working hours:

  • Mon – Fri
  • 9am – 5pm
  • 3 day working from home

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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