Homeless Prevention & Assessment Apprentice

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

Responsibilities

• Prevent homelessness through assessments and advice
• Create personalised housing plans (PHPs)
• Provide housing advice and negotiate with landlords
• Support residents to sustain tenancies and prevent eviction
• Offer financial help such as DHPs, deposits, and budgeting support
• Refer people to supported housing and specialist services
• Arrange temporary accommodation when legally required
• Work with rough sleepers through outreach and multi‑agency support

Qualifications & Requirements

You should have passion and drive and be willing to learn quickly. There is currently an unprecedented demand on Housing Services and it is important that you will be able to prioritise your workload, carrying out essential administrative duties with ease. <...