Discharge of Duty Officer

37 hours per week.

3 months contract.

09:00-17:00

Job Description:

To undertake the proper lettings of temporary accommodation to those who have approached the workplace for housing advice and assistance and have been deemed to be owed a duty in accordance with the Homeless Reduction Act 2017.

To properly and legally work to discharge any duty held where this is required, and placement termination is necessary. To manage discharges of duty within specific cases and be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments and legal decisions that can withstand legal scrutiny and are successful at the review stage or in court.

The role is hybrid (2 days per week), however the post holder would be expected to attend the Workplace Offices in Slough on a more frequent basis initially to ensure sufficient training and learning takes place. In addition, should service demands dictate, an increased office presence is required.

TEQ-0625-RQ1467243

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