Homelessness Prevention Officer x3 - (24/2/23)

Tender description

Job Title: Homelessness Prevention Officer Rate of Pay: £14.17 Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DE/Hybrid Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency request Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Homelessness Prevention Officer - Agency Staff (posts for a minimum period of 2 months) The role is temporary to reduce a backlog of outstanding approaches for homelessness services. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Councils Housing Solutions Service to provide an effective and professional person-centred approach to the prevention and relief of homelessness. To undertake a holistic approach to casework including the assessment and investigation of homelessness in line with the Councils statutory duties. This is a challenging and high-pressured environment, working with vulnerable families and customers with varying needs. If you feel you are up to the challenge then we want to hear from you. Candidates must have a minimum qualification of GCSE Maths and English level 2, or equivalent, and have a knowledge of homelessness. There will be a requirement to be present in the office for some days each week. We are looking for candidates with CV evidence of knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act. Please view the Personnel Specification for further specialist knowledge and experience requirements. Qualification requirement: Numeracy & Literacy Level 2 Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the `Guidance for Suppliers` section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact th... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the `Guidance for Suppliers` section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No