Housing Officer - Care Experienced Young People

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have experience in housing and a drive to support care-experienced young people (CEYP) into independent living?Adecco are seeking TWO Housing Officers to join a newly created team within the Young People''s Service at a Local Authority in Croydon. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with CEYP, helping them transition into sustainable tenancies and build brighter futures.Housing Officer (Children, Young People and Education)Croydon CouncilFull Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per weekTemporary Role 21.62 per hour PAYE / 28.68 per hour UmbrellaHybrid Working - 3 days in office, remainder at homeASAP startThere are two positions available. One post has budget sign off for 6 months. The other post has sign off for 12 months.Role Purpose:Support Care Experienced Young People (CEYP) in transitioning to independent living.Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to address housing needs.Provide bespoke, solution-focused housing support. Key Responsibilities:Arrange timely move-on for CEYP into social/private rented housing.Deliver tailored casework and tenancy training.Advocate for CEYP with complex needs to access services.Provide housing advice and manage expectations.Cover for colleagues and attend meetings as needed. Key Contacts:External: Private landlords, housing associationsInternal: Housing department, Staying Close Team, Social Workers, Personal Advisors Skills and Exp
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