Housing Solutions Officer - Housing


Company:	ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD
Salary:	£17.59 - £17.59
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Pontypridd, CF37 4TG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	27 Jul 2026
Closing date:	26 Aug 2026

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Summary

Housing Solutions Officer

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Housing Solutions Officer to join our Housing Solutions & Prevention Service.

Please note that, due to current funding arrangements, this post is fixed-term for 12 months.

The postholder will play an integral role in delivering early intervention and homelessness prevention in accordance with the Housing (Wales) Act 2014. Working directly with households at risk of homelessness, you will provide tailored and comprehensive housing advice, negotiate with landlords and family members, develop Personal Housing Plans, and support clients to sustain accommodation wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, effective case management skills, and a clear commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals to achieve positive and sustainable housing outcomes. You will be empathetic, well‑organised, and able to work collaboratively within a fast‑paced statutory environment.

If you are committed to preventing homelessness and making a meaningful difference to the lives of those in housing need, we welcome your application.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. OR109923

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

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