Benefits Officer

Surecall Recruitment are seeking a skilled and experienced Benefits Officer to join our client's team in Waltham Forest area.

Due to the nature of our roles, candidates must be a UK Resident residing within the local area. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

Key Benefits we offer are:

• 00 hours/week
• Competitive salary of £18.50/hour
• Weekly pay

What's expected from you:

• Previous experience as a Benefits Officer, able to accurately process all types of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, and discretionary schemes including Discretionary Housing Payments.
• Experience of processing Local welfare assistance, household support fund and free school meals
• Proficient in using the Capita processing system
• have experience of using a document management system, ideally Civica's workflow 360 system (Comino)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate

The Council will undertake a financial fraud check for all new placements that start with the Council. By applying for this vacancy, you acknowledge that if you are successful, a financial fraud check will be undertaking.

If you are interested in the role or would like to discuss your suitability for it, please call Mihaela on 020 30060777 or apply online with an up-to-date CV.