Job Description

Grade 6 - 38,058 - 41,442pa

(The post is 36 hours per week, Hybrid)

The Havering Housing Demand Service delivers the statutory advice and homelessness preventions services and the Housing Register and Allocations function. With the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 coming into force in April 2018, we have created new posts to strengthen the service and it is a very exciting time to join.


You will work with people at risk of homelessness and their landlords alike. We want you to help residents remain in their homes where homelessness can be prevented and support landlords who provide the council with properties to relieve homelessness.


This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. The qualities we are looking for this role is:


Energetic, professional, bright and enthusiastic people who embrace change positively and who wish to achieve better outcomes for people at risk of homelessness. Negotiating and mediation skills, whilst being emphatic to these difficult circumstances. An excellent team player who can multi-task with ease.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 19 May 2025,

however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.


You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.


Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770.

Previous Applicants Need Not apply

Additional Information

We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering .


The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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*About Us

With its excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration and the highest concentration of green space anywhere in London, Havering has a unique offer as a place to live, work and visit. By making the most of its position and opportunities, Havering is becoming a hub for start-ups and expanding businesses, as well as construction, logistics, engineering and manufacturing industries.
Find out why you should work for Havering Council .