To apply: West Lindsey District Council does not accept CV’s or applications through Indeed. All applications must be submitted through our West Lindsey District Council website.
Band 8 - £34,434 – £38,220 per annum (plus, essential car user allowance)
Full time 37hrs per week
Based at the Guildhall, Gainsborough
2 year fixed term contract
A unique opportunity has arisen to work with people approaching the council who may be rough sleeping or at risk of rough sleeping. The successful applicants will be helping to deliver professional and outcome focused services to some of our most vulnerable residents alongside ensuring the Council are meeting their statutory obligations under the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and Homelessness Act 2002.
The successful applicant will have to deal with a variety of issues including domestic abuse, mental health illness, drug and alcohol misuse, evictions and issues with Universal Credit. This person will need to be proactive, have a person-centred approach and a strong focus on supporting vulnerable people. The person will be experienced in managing a homeless caseload and be able to work across the wider system to relief homelessness.
Experience is required alongside a willingness to develop and a strong interest in the customer group is essential.
To apply: Please visit our website for a full Job Description and Person Specification, for more details about the role and to apply online.
Please note we do not accept CV’s as a form of application.
Applicants will be subject to a Basic DBS check.
All recruitment correspondence, including interview invites will be sent out via email.
If you would like to discuss the role, contact Laura Hill on (01427) 675191
Closing date: Wednesday 25th March 2026
Interview date: Thursday 2nd April 2026
The Council has a commitment to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Also we operate a no smoking policy.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: £34,434.00-£38,220.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gainsborough DN21 9SB