Overview
Reference: CCC00471
Description: We are looking to recruit a Homeless Prevention Officer to work with people in prison or on probation who are at risk of homelessness.
You will receive referrals from the prison and probation service and contact the applicant to assess their circumstances and housing and support needs as well as what duties may be owed in accordance with Part 7 Housing Act 1996 (as amended).
You will work with the applicant and their support network to assist them to maintain their current accommodation or find new accommodation.
You will need excellent communication skills and the ability to understand and apply the legislation and guidance.
You will also be able to manage your own caseload and meet the statutory deadlines.
You may already have experience working with people who are at risk of homelessness or homeless, people in prison or people on probation or other relevant experience which means you would have a good understanding of the challenges faced by this client group.
You will receive training and also be highly motivated to develop your knowledge through independent learning.
You will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will need to be able to travel across the city as and when required for meetings but do not need access to a car or a driving licence.
What we can offer:
A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
Agile and Flexible working
Annual leave purchasing scheme
Annually negotiated pay and award progression
Confidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Family friendly policies
Flexible Bank Holidays
Free swimming at CCC swimming pools
Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)
Gym Membership salary sacrifice scheme
Home & Electronics salary sacrifice scheme
Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more
Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role
Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
Staff reward and recognition framework- including annual staff awards ceremony
Subsidy for public transport
Your Care dynamic wellbeing platform
Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.
Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Contract: Fixed Term 18 months
Salary: £37,280 to £41,771 per annum (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part time.
Location:
You will work at least one day a week at Mandela House and at least one day a week at Warkworth House with the option to work from home or either of those offices on other days depending on work commitments. You must be able to travel independently across the City but access to a car is not necessary. Pool bikes are available to staff from Mandela House.
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Dawn Hutchings on 01223 458656 or email dawn.hutchings@cambridge.gov.uk
Application Process:
You can follow the on-screen instructions to ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
Internal candidates can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
For City Council employees who apply for the role on a secondment basis, please note that you should refer to the Secondment Policy. Please note that agreement will need to be obtained from your line manager before the secondment can be confirmed.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Salary: *GBP*37,280 to *GBP*41,771 per annum (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part time.Â
Package:
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
