Housing Options Advisor
BBBH45620_1764068372
Posted: 25/11/2025
- Up to £33 per hour + may be negotiable depending on experience
- Merton, London
- Contract
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Options Advisor for a Local Authority Client in South London.
In this role, you will assess and advise residents at risk of homelessness, provide tailored housing solutions, and work to prevent and resolve housing crises across the borough.
Duties:
- Interview residents, assess homelessness risk, and provide tailored housing options.
- Work to prevent homelessness and support applicants in securing appropriate housing.
- Maintain accurate records, investigate applications, and draft statutory decisions.
- Collaborate with landlords, external agencies, and residents to resolve housing issues.
Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:
- Experience providing housing advice or homelessness support to the public.
- Knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 1996 Part 7.
- Experience negotiating with landlords or managing tenancy issues.
- Experience handling casework, including assessments and record keeping.
What's on offer:
Salary: £33+
*may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*
Contract type: 4-6 months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension
Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
How to apply:
- Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
- Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
- For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on 01772 954200.
INDSCGTK
Taylor Kirkham
Senior Consultant