{"mutations":[],"queries":[{"state":{"data":{"applicationInsightsConnectionString":"InstrumentationKey=986dca8f-ea1f-417a-a41d-912bfa27aec1;IngestionEndpoint=https://westeurope-5.in.applicationinsights.azure.com/;LiveEndpoint=https://westeurope.livediagnostics.monitor.azure.com/;ApplicationId=b91c4025-ea5a-4c27-a932-6754799efa0c","gtmId":"GTM-NDS7R2","features":{"AppliedJobsView":true,"CandidateRedesign":true,"CvParsing":true,"FullCandidateProfile":true,"HeaderJobsButton":true,"ImageOptimization":true,"JobSearchPreferences":true,"LogosFromSameDomain":true,"MakeWaves":false,"MatchedJobs":true,"NewJobTypes":true,"NewNavbar":true,"NewPlacesAutocomplete":true,"PdfJobDocuments":true,"ReciteMe":true,"UploadCV":false}},"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1747145789619,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["configuration"],"queryHash":"[\"configuration\"]"},{"state":{"data":{"id":"43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3","title":"Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer","synonyms":["Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer"],"reference":"BC/25/312865","description":"<div>An excellent opportunity…</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<strong>The Post</strong> </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Be a Lifeline for Families Facing Homelessness</div>\n<p>We’re looking for passionate, resilient individuals to join our specialist service, helping families and pregnant people facing homelessness.  </p>\n<p>In this fast-paced and dynamic role, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assess the circumstances and needs of households facing homelessness </li>\n<li>Identify practical and sustainable housing solutions </li>\n<li>Work collaboratively with partners to prevent and relieve homelessness</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You’ll be based at our office in Wembley on a rota basis, with the flexibility to work from home on some days. </p>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<div>Compassion, Determination, and Drive</div>\n<p>Experience in the homelessness sector isn’t essential—we provide full training. What matters most is your drive, compassion, and ability to learn quickly.</p>\n<p>If you thrive under pressure, are eager to learn, and have a strong sense of purpose, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.</p>\n<p>What we’re looking for: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>A strong interest in homelessness and housing issues </li>\n<li>The ability to learn quickly—full training will be provided </li>\n<li>A customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills </li>\n<li>Proactive problem-solving and resilience in a fast-moving environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to change lives, make a difference, and build a meaningful career. </p>\n<p>Take the first step toward a rewarding future and apply today! </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p>\n<p>In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)  </li>\n<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>\n<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>\n<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>\n<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme  </li>\n<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>\n<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>\n<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers. </li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","jobType":"Social Care","employerType":"Local Government","howToApplyText":"","employer":"Brent Council","employerId":"d96d4b8c-123c-400e-a619-265653b2e2f3","department":"","departmentId":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex, Brent","locationHierarchy":[{"types":["sublocality_level_1","sublocality","political"],"value":"Wembley Park"},{"types":["postal_town"],"value":"Wembley"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_2","political"],"value":"Greater London"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"value":"England"},{"types":["country","political"],"value":"United Kingdom"},{"types":["postal_code_prefix","postal_code"],"value":"HA9"}],"locationType":2,"salaryDescription":"£38,934- £40,755 p.a. (plus fantastic benefits)","salaryFrom":38934,"salaryTo":40755,"exactSalary":null,"salaryFrequency":"year","workingPatterns":[1],"workingHoursDescription":"36 hours","contractType":1,"dbsCheckRequired":true,"dbsType":2,"publishDate":"2025-05-12T08:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:59:00.000Z","applicationMethod":1,"applicationUrl":null,"documents":[],"logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9310e3bc-a37e-4271-9df9-7efba91bf50f.jpg","awardLogoUris":[],"canonicalUrl":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3","createdDate":"2025-05-12T08:38:15.000Z","applicationFormName":"","onHold":false,"expired":false,"featuredJob":false,"featuredJobRefreshed":false,"enhanced":false,"applied":false},"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1747145789704,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["jobDetails","43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3"],"queryHash":"[\"jobDetails\",\"43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3\"]"},{"state":{"data":[{"jobId":"9c441d9e-3905-4aaa-8f4d-9ee218da795f","jobTitle":"Shared Lives Carer","employerName":"Caerphilly County Borough Council"},{"jobId":"5d85ac3c-b49d-4fd9-8e14-a047987350c0","jobTitle":"Occupational Therapist","employerName":"Kedleston Group"},{"jobId":"c391bd7e-4acc-45ad-90d3-c4828f3a4fb6","jobTitle":"Historic Environment Officer (Maternity Cover)","employerName":"Winchester City Council"}],"dataUpdateCount":1,"dataUpdatedAt":1747145789705,"error":null,"errorUpdateCount":0,"errorUpdatedAt":0,"fetchFailureCount":0,"fetchFailureReason":null,"fetchMeta":null,"isInvalidated":false,"status":"success","fetchStatus":"idle"},"queryKey":["similarJobs","43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3"],"queryHash":"[\"similarJobs\",\"43421ab7-4bd9-407c-bb5a-564e53eb5fc3\"]"}]}
AppliedJobsView
CandidateRedesign
CvParsing
FullCandidateProfile
HeaderJobsButton
ImageOptimization
JobSearchPreferences
LogosFromSameDomain
MatchedJobs
NewJobTypes
NewNavbar
NewPlacesAutocomplete
PdfJobDocuments
ReciteMe
Jobs Go Public Logo

Log in

Sign up

Post a job

Jobs Go Public Logo

Log in

Sign up

Post a job

What:

Where:

Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer

Brent Council

12 days left to apply

Brent Council logo

Apply now

Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex, Brent (Hybrid)

Permanent, Full time

£38,934- £40,755 p.a. (plus fantastic benefits)

36 hours

An excellent opportunity…
 
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
 
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
 
The Post 
 
Be a Lifeline for Families Facing Homelessness

We’re looking for passionate, resilient individuals to join our specialist service, helping families and pregnant people facing homelessness.  

In this fast-paced and dynamic role, you will:

  • Assess the circumstances and needs of households facing homelessness 
  • Identify practical and sustainable housing solutions 
  • Work collaboratively with partners to prevent and relieve homelessness

You’ll be based at our office in Wembley on a rota basis, with the flexibility to work from home on some days. 

The Person

Compassion, Determination, and Drive

Experience in the homelessness sector isn’t essential—we provide full training. What matters most is your drive, compassion, and ability to learn quickly.

If you thrive under pressure, are eager to learn, and have a strong sense of purpose, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What we’re looking for: 

  • A strong interest in homelessness and housing issues 
  • The ability to learn quickly—full training will be provided 
  • A customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills 
  • Proactive problem-solving and resilience in a fast-moving environment

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to change lives, make a difference, and build a meaningful career. 

Take the first step toward a rewarding future and apply today! 

Our Offer to You

In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:

  • Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)  
  • 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service
  • Very generous employer pension contribution
  • A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave
  • Access to our Zipcar scheme  
  • Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling
  • Season ticket loan for public transport
  • Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities
  • Access to affordable parking nearby
  • Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers. 
Closing date: Sun 25/05/2025 at 23:59
Job reference: BC/25/312865
More jobs in this category
Shared Lives Carer - Caerphilly County Borough Council
Occupational Therapist - Kedleston Group
Historic Environment Officer (Maternity Cover) - Winchester City Council