Outreach & Sustainment 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 Outreach & Sustainment Officer this role will be based at: E17 4JF

The right candidate will:

• To deliver proactive, trauma informed outreach to identify, engage, and support people who are sleeping rough or at risk of rough sleeping, ensuring they receive timely help, safety checks, and access to appropriate services and accommodation.

• To assess individual' needs, risks, and circumstances, providing clear advice, practical support, and signposting to housing, health, welfare, and specialist services, helping people move away from the streets and reduce harm.

• To provide ongoing sustainment support for people moving into temporary accommodation, supported housing, or independent living - beginning from the point they move in - to help them settle, stabilise, build independence, and maintain their accommodation successfully.

• To contribute specialist knowledge of homelessness, rough sleeping, and complex needs to the wider service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to ensure safe, coordinated, person-centred responses that improve outcomes and reduce risk.

We require the following:

• Candidates should have experience of working with homeless households (experience of working with those with a history of roughs sleeping preferred)

• Understand the causes of homelessness and challenges with accessing routes of the streets and be prepared to work regularly in the borough undertaking outreach sessions and responding to reports of individuals sleeping out.

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