Housing Options Officer Northampton , United Kingdom £39,190 - £41,797 Full Time Apply By 19 April, 2026 Job Posted Date 13 April, 2026

West Northamptonshire Council

Northampton, United Kingdom
Base: £39,190 - £41,797; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Homelessness reduction act knowledge
Statutory legislation interpretation
Case-law application skills
The Housing Options Officer position at West Northamptonshire Council involves providing essential housing advice to those at risk of homelessness. The role requires excellent communication skills, knowledge of housing legislation, and a commitment to helping vulnerable individuals

Job Summary

  • This role is part of a high demanding frontline Housing Options Service responsible for providing timely housing advice to customers on preventing and relieving homelessness.
  • You will assess if applicants are homeless, eligible for assistance, in priority need, and have a local connection with West Northamptonshire.
  • West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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The Housing Options Officer position at West Northamptonshire Council involves providing essential housing advice to those at risk of homelessness. The role requires excellent communication skills, knowledge of housing legislation, and a commitment to helping vulnerable individuals.

Salary

Base: £39,190 - £41,797; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Full list available on careers site

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Homelessness Reduction Act knowledge
  • Statutory legislation interpretation
  • Case-law application skills
  • Personalised housing plan management
  • Eligibility assessment for priority need

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent negotiating and advocacy skills
  • Strong team ethos
  • Desire to make positive difference
  • Collaborative work with support agencies
  • Methodical enquiry approach

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience in similar housing role
  • Enhanced DBS certificate required
  • Children and Adults Barred List check required
  • No visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Not specified

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