Move-On & Resettlement Officer
Slough Council
Role
Who You Are
You are a motivated and customer-focused individual with a passion for making a difference in housing services. You possess exceptional communication and organizational skills and have experience in conducting assessments. You are capable of traveling across Slough and surrounding areas, supporting vulnerable households to transition from temporary accommodation to sustainable housing solutions. You are empathetic, resilient, and solution-focused, with strong negotiation skills.
What the job involves
The Move On & Resettlement Officer position at Slough Borough Council focuses on supporting households in temporary accommodation to secure longer-term housing in the Private Rented Sector. The role includes identifying realistic housing options, negotiating accommodations, providing tenancy advice, and promoting independence through access to employment and training opportunities. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with homelessness duties, collaborating with internal and external partners, managing a caseload, and minimizing educational disruptions for children. This role involves hybrid working and is pivotal in helping the Council reduce reliance on temporary accommodation.
Skills
- Strong communication and engagement skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload
- Empathetic, resilient, and solution-focused approach
- Ability to travel across Slough and surrounding areas