Senior Housing Options Officer - Fixed term for 12 Months

Job Introduction

From 1 December 2025 the pay range for this role will be £42,839 – £49,282 Band 10 (pro rata for part time colleagues).   To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.

You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure 

Housing

Senior Housing Options Officer

Working in the Strategic Housing Options Team at BCP is incredibly fulfilling. As a Senior Housing Options Officer, you'll be part of a large team of dedicated Senior Officers who are committed to helping our staff achieve their full potential. This role is not just about supporting our colleagues but also about making a real difference in the lives of our customers, helping them to maintain their homes and improve their situations. Our team's efforts have been recognized nationally, with awards highlighting our exceptional partnership working and innovative apprenticeship learning programme, both of which you will be actively involved in and support. It's a role that offers both personal and professional satisfaction, with the opportunity to be part of a supportive and successful team

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the Housing Options Team as a Senior Housing Options Officer.

12month contract

Could you support positive change in people’s lives?

  If you can:

• Supervise a team of housing practitioners delivering housing advice and homelessness support
• Help to motivate and guide teams to deliver person centred support for customers that are homeless or threatened with homelessness. 
• Assist in the delivery of and development of homelessness services within BCP 
• Communicate effectively with customers, face to face and over the phone to maximise engagement and positive housing and support outcomes
• Work with a varied workload, and be able to juggle ever changing priorities
• Represent Housing Services at case conferences and multi-agency meetings 
• Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant agencies to ensure holistic support for customers to access and maintain accommodation.
• Understand the Homelessness Reduction Act and guide teams to proactively work to prevent homelessness.

Then we want to hear from you!

 Are you as passionate about housing as we are?   Please read the job description and person specification and apply now!

 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Person Specification for more details.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role 

 A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred.

You must be able to evidence your right to work and commit to the duration of the contract.

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Hannah Slade 01202 817418 / hannah.slade@bcpcouncil.gov.uk 

Previous applicants need not apply

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We would prefer you do not use AI for your application and use relevant examples which meet the criteria of the job description.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits 

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At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people. 

Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page) 

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.