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<h2>Job introduction</h2><p>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a></p><h2>About the role</h2><p>Are you driven to make a real difference for people at their most vulnerable? Join West Northamptonshire Council’s Housing Options Service and play a vital role in preventing homelessness and finding solutions for refugees and those sleeping rough.</p><p>This is more than just a housing role – it’s about rebuilding lives. You’ll provide urgent, practical advice and tailored solutions for individuals and families facing crisis, from refugees navigating new systems and with complex challenges, to people experiencing street homelessness. &nbsp;Working closely with charities, health services, and community partners, you’ll secure safe accommodation and create pathways to stability and independence.</p><p>If you thrive under pressure, have a strong sense of empathy, and want to help transform futures for those who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Interviews will be held 3rd and 4th December.</strong></p><p><strong>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</strong></p><h2>Additional information</h2><p>You’ll be a motivated and empathetic individual who can work effectively in a busy and challenging environment. You’ll have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, a sound understanding of housing legislation, and a commitment to preventing homelessness and improving lives.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>Experience in housing advice, homelessness prevention, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</p></li><li><p>Strong partnership-working skills across multiple agencies.</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage a varied caseload while maintaining a customer-focused approach.</p></li></ul><h2>Company information</h2><p>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.</p><p>Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;</p><p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;</p><p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p><p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.&nbsp;</p><p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p><p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>

Housing Options Officer (Resettlement & Rough Sleepers)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
<p>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.</p>
<h2>About the role</h2>
<p>Do you have a passion for Housing, Homelessness or Property Management?<br><br>Will you thrive in a fast-paced role dealing with a wide variety of people including those with complex needs?<br><br>Are you hard working, resilient and able to think clearly under pressure with a solutions based approach?<br><br>This an exciting role operating on the frontline of West Northants Council response to Homelessness and Housing Solutions. As a new unitary Council,&nbsp;embedding a new structure, this is a great time to join us as we develop staff and shape the way we work in&nbsp;Homelessness and Housing Solutions within our local community providing the best possible service.<br><br><strong>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</strong></p>
<h2>Additional information</h2>
<p>Candidates would have a minimum of two years relevant work experience in a customer focused environment with an ability to work at a fast pace, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication. You will be a skilled negotiator with an ability to problem solve, prioritise your own workload and make effective contributions to an incredible team. The successful candidate will be resilient, a self-starter and able to make sound decisions.</p>
<h2>Company information</h2>
<p>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.</p>
<p>Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank"><strong>what its like to work at West Northants Council.</strong></a></p>
<p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p>
<p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.</p>
<p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p>
<p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>

Temporary Accommodation Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
<p>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.</p>
<h2>About the role</h2>
<p>As a Social Housing Regulation Officer within the Housing Strategy and Partnerships team at West Northamptonshire Council, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Council’s compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing’s Consumer Standards.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This is a strategic and collaborative position, working closely with the Council's ALMO, Northamptonshire Partnership Homes and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, regulatory assurance, and sector-leading practice.</p>
<h2>Additional information</h2>
<p>You are a confident and collaborative professional with a strong background in social housing, governance, or regulatory compliance.&nbsp;</p>
<p>You bring excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling you to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected members and internal teams.</p>
<h2>Company information</h2>
<p>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.</p>
<p>Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank"><strong>what its like to work at West Northants Council.</strong></a></p>
<p>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner</p>
<p>The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank"><strong>what DEI means to us</strong></a>.</p>
<p>If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.</p>
<p><strong>West Northants Council, where careers thrive.</strong></p>

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