Cessation of Duty Officer

Cessation of Duty Officer needed in Enfield

This is a temporary role and the rate is £24.70ph PAYE

The reference number is: RQ1794502

The successful candidate will be an experienced homelessness professional with extensive knowledge of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, the Homelessness Code of Guidance, relevant case law, and associated legislation. You will be responsible for managing complex homelessness cases and making legally robust decisions on the discharge and cessation of statutory housing duties, ensuring all decisions are evidence-based, defensible, and capable of withstanding review or court scrutiny.

The role requires the ability to independently investigate cases, identify gaps in evidence, assess credibility, challenge inconsistencies, and weigh conflicting information before making findings of fact and applying legal tests. You will draft high-quality minded-to and final decision letters, determine matters relating to duty cessation, temporary accommodation, intentional homelessness and suitability, and ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010, Public Sector Equality Duty, Human Rights considerations and statutory guidance. The successful candidate will be able to hit the ground running, manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision, demonstrate excellent analytical and decision-writing skills, and work effectively within a hybrid environment with an expectation of attending the office one day per week.