Application Officer (Housing)
Spencer Clarke Group
- London Bridge, South East London
- £24.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Process applications for service users wishing to join the Homesearch bidding scheme.
- Verifying all documentation and determining if a client qualifies to join the biding scheme.
- Provide advice and guidance to service users and stakeholders on the Homesearch bidding scheme and alternative housing options.
- Process all applications requests in line with the allocations policy and relevant legislations.
- Register and assess housing applicants on the Housing Registrations database, to make a final decision on their eligibility to join or remain on the Housing List in accordance with Council policy, procedures and housing legislation.
- Provided detailed advice to service users and external agencies regarding priority for housing as outlined in the Council’s allocations scheme and relevant to their circumstances.
- Provide information and support, including training to internal departments on the Council’s housing registration policies and procedures.
- Assist in the development of fraud prevention measures.
- Make referrals to relevant departments other Local Authority, Housing Associations and agencies.
- Northgate.
- Housing legislation.
- Homelessness Duties.
- Local authority.
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