Reviews Officer

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 13/04/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Community & Social

City Ilford

Province Redbridge

Postal Code IG1

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The Reviews Officer is responsible for conducting statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and relevant case law. The role ensures that all review decisions relating to homelessness applications, suitability of accommodation, housing register decisions and other housing-related determinations are completed lawfully, independently, and within set timeframes.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Carry out statutory reviews under section 202 of the Housing Act 1996 relating to homelessness decisions.
• Conduct suitability reviews of temporary accommodation, allocations decisions, discharge of duty, and other relevant housing matters.
• Ensure all decisions are fair, evidence-based, and compliant with legislation, regulations, and case law.
• Lead the review process from start to finish, including gathering evidence, requesting information, and interviewing applicants where required.

Essential Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Housing Reviews Officer.
• Detailed knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), HRA 2017, and homelessness case law.
• Experience preparing high-quality section 184 and 202/203 decisions.
• General education qualification in the related field is essential.

Additional information to note

• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• 1 day in the office - this is subject to business needs
• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.