Temporary Accommodation Officer, East London

Temporary Accommodation Officer, East London 
Pay rate £29.29 per hour 
Contract role, Temporary Accommodation Move On Officer 
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Temporary Accommodation Move On Officer in the East London area. 
You will need to have experience in a similar role in a Local Authority setting. 
Key Responsibilities:  

• Assess the move-on accommodation needs of households in temporary accommodation. 
• Support applicants with bidding strategies, private rented sector offers, and access to specialist housing. 
• Ensure all placements comply with statutory requirements and council policies. 
• Provide support to negotiate affordable rent levels where necessary. 
• Work closely with internal and external teams to ensure timely use of available properties. 
• Provide advice on income maximisation, debt management, and tenancy responsibilities. 
• Maintain accurate records, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently.  

 
About You:  

• We are looking for a motivated individual with: Knowledge of homelessness legislation, housing law, and landlord-tenant regulations. 
• Experience in housing allocations, casework, and customer support. 
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. 
• The ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. 
• Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills.  

 
Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND

• At Vitalis, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here’s how we support you every step of the way:
• Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support.
• Hassle-Free Registration – Our easy online registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly.
• Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.
  Compliance Simplified – Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries.

 
Whether you’re a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you’ll want to hear about.
 
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
  • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
  • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
  • Looked After Children (LAC)
  • Children’s Social Work
  • Adult Social Work
  • Service Manager
  • Head of Service
  • Team Manager
  • Assistant Team Manager
  • A wide range of housing roles
  • Careers in SEND in local authorities

 
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.