Bookings & Emergency Allocations Officer (Grade H)
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
9th June 2025 - 9th September 2025
£22.44 per hour
London Borough of Tower Hamlets, Town Hall, Mulberry Place, London, E14 2BG
Temporary
Organizational skills
Assessment skills
Statutory requirements
Housing experience
Communication capabilities
Role
Who You Are
The ideal candidate is someone looking to develop and gain valuable experience at a senior officer level. You should be capable of starting immediately and committed to working within the Bookings and Emergency Accommodation Team for a three-month secondment.
What the Job Involves
This position involves assessing the accommodation needs of homeless applicants. You will be responsible for undertaking procedures required to book customers into emergency, self-contained temporary, and permanent accommodation. The role requires ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and adhering to guidance governing the suitability of accommodation alongside Council policies, procedures, and targets.
Skills
- Understanding of statutory requirements and policies
- Experience in housing or a related field
- Strong organizational and assessment skills
- Ability to work immediately and flexibly
- Excellent communication capabilities