Cessation of Duty Officer

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Enfield 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 Cessation of Duty Officer this role will be based at: 1 day office based. – EN1 3XY

The right candidate will:

The Cessation of Duty (COD) Officer is responsible for managing complex homelessness cases and making legally robust decisions regarding the discharge and cessation of statutory housing duties in accordance with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, the Homelessness Code of Guidance, and relevant case law.

• Managing a caseload of complex homelessness cases requiring a decision on the continuation or cessation of statutory housing duties.
• Conducting detailed investigations into affordability, suitability, intentional homelessness, refusal of accommodation, loss of temporary accommodation, and other cessation grounds. Producing legally robust decision letters supported by evidence, legislation and case law.
• Ensuring decisions comply with the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Equality Act 2010, Children Act 1989 and relevant guidance.
• Reviewing and analysing evidence including rent accounts, welfare benefits, medical information, safeguarding concerns, financial assessments and housing records.
• Identifying and managing legal, financial and reputational risks associated with homelessness decisions.

We require the following:

• Experience of establishing and running systems for quality, casework management, performance reporting and data accuracy.
• S202 Experience
• Jigsaw, Civica CX and Hope
• Experience of successfully dealing with Members, MPs enquiries, complaints and complex solicitors enquiries etc. with a high degree of quality and attention.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,