Gateway Prevention Officer

We are recruiting for a Gateway Prevention Officer to deliver a high-quality housing options and homelessness prevention service within a busy local authority setting.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.
This role requires someone who can step in immediately, manage a demanding caseload, and provide effective frontline support to customers at risk of homelessness.
 
Rate - £222 Per Day
Location – Southwark (SE15), Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in office)
Contract – 52 Weeks
 
Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored housing advice and early intervention to prevent homelessness
• Carry out statutory homelessness assessments in line with relevant legislation
• Develop and manage Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) to prevent and relieve homelessness
• Work proactively with customers, landlords and partner agencies to secure sustainable accommodation
• Make legally sound decisions in accordance with housing legislation and guidance
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records to support statutory reporting requirements
• Deliver an effective frontline service within a high-demand Gateway / duty environment
• Manage a caseload efficiently while balancing competing priorities

Skills and Experience

• Proven frontline experience within housing options or homelessness services
• Strong knowledge of:
• Housing Act 1996 (Part VII)
• Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Relevant statutory guidance
• Ability to assess customer needs quickly and provide effective solutions at first point of contact
• Experience preventing homelessness through practical, outcome-focused interventions
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced xwzovoh environment
• Experience maintaining accurate case records and meeting performance targets

 
(Essential)

• Able to hit the ground running in a busy frontline service
• Strong experience working in a Gateway / duty or similar high-volume environment
• Confident carrying out homelessness assessments and making decisions
• Demonstrable experience delivering successful homelessness prevention outcomes
• Comfortable managing a high caseload with competing priorities
• Office Requirement: Minimum 3 days per week in the office

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