Reviews Officer

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Waltham Forest Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate £ which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Reviews Officer this role will be: E17 4JF, 1-2 days in the office

The right candidate will:

• Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews under the Housing Act 1996.




• Review decisions on duty owed, suitability, priority need, intentionality, and local connection.




• Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law.




• Draft clear, legally defensible review decision letters within statutory timescales.




• Work with Housing Options & Support teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies.




• Monitor compliance and contribute to service improvements.

We require the following:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in homelessness/housing services.




• Demonstrable experience conducting s.202 reviews.




• Experience of making offers of accommodation under Part VII of the said Act-be it Temporary Accommodation or Accommodation to bring to end either relief duty OR the duty under section 193 (2) of the said Act.

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