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Job Title: Review Officer (Housing & Homelessness)

Location: Hybrid - 1 Day Office Based (UK Local Authority)
Rate: £32-£34 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Temporary (Likely Extension)
Start Date: ASAP

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Review Officer to carry out statutory reviews of housing and homelessness decisions under Part 6 and Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996, as amended by the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. The role involves reviewing housing allocations, homelessness decisions, and appeals, ensuring legal compliance and producing defensible written outcomes.

This is a hybrid role requiring 1 day per week in the office. Immediate start preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct S202 statutory reviews of housing and homelessness decisions.

Review housing allocations and banding decisions (Part 6).

Assess homelessness decisions (prevention, relief, main duty - Part 7).

Produce clear, legally defensible written review decisions.

Liaise with housing officers, legal teams, and external stakeholders.

Maintain accurate case records using systems such as NEC, Northgate, Civica, or Jigsaw.

Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and case law.

Essential Requirements

Experience in S202 statutory housing or homelessness reviews.

Knowledge of Part 6 & Part 7 Housing Act 1996 and HRA 2017.

Experience in a local authority housing or homelessness service.

Strong written communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Ability to manage complex caseloads within statutory timescales.

Experience using housing case management systems.

Desirable

Housing or legal qualification (CIH, Law degree, or equivalent).

Experience with judicial reviews, ombudsman complaints, or legal challenges.

Policy development or training experience in housing services.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid: 1 day per week in the office.

Flexible hours subject to service needs.

Pay & Contract

£32-£34 per hour Umbrella

Temporary contract, initial 6 months with potential extension

Immediate start

To apply: Submit a CV highlighting statutory review experience and knowledge of Part 6 & Part 7 housing legislation. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for telephonic screening