An established professional with proven experience of managing complex housing and homelessness cases, you’ll have in-depth knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities, housing and homelessness law, and the following legislation:
- The Housing Act 1996 (Parts VI and VII)
- The Domestic Abuse Act 2021
- The Localism Act 2011
- The Equalities Act 2010
- The Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
Confident interpreting and applying legislation in frontline practice, you’ll be capable of making balanced decisions in line with policy. Where high-pressure situations or safeguarding concerns arise, you’ll handle them quickly, calmly and appropriately — taking every precaution to protect vulnerable residents and uphold statutory duties. Acting as a source of expert advice and guidance to service-users and colleagues, you’ll make recommendations confidently and communicate complex information clearly.
On a personal level, you’ll be an empathetic advocate for the rights of people facing or experiencing homelessness. Prioritising the wants and needs of our residents will be at the heart of everything you do, and you’ll work to continuously improve the way the Council supports the people we serve.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming, supportive team directly supporting people when they need it most, and to supercharge your career in the process.
Westminster City Council is committed to supporting Care Leavers into the workplace. Care Leavers seeking their first job and who wish to be considered under our scheme, will automatically be invited to interview should they meet the essential criteria for the role.
We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants.
