At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to support vulnerable residents and manage critical housing initiatives.
- Company: Marks Consulting Partners, a leader in housing services recruitment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic and impactful environment.
- Why this job: Join a mission-driven team and help shape housing solutions for those in need.
- Qualifications: Experience in homelessness services and strong leadership skills required.
Marks Consulting Partners are currently recruiting for a Deputy Housing Options Manager (Team Leader) to work with one of our local authority clients in Sussex. This is a 3 month temporary contract, working two days per week in the office on duty, with the rate dependent on experience.
What you will be doing:
- Providing day-to-day leadership and support to two Prevention Outreach Officers (subject to change), including line management responsibilities
- Acting as Duty Manager within the office two days per week
- Leading on a range of critical partnerships and multi-agency initiatives, including MARAC, MAPPA, Rough Sleeping and Housing First
- Ensuring effective joint working across statutory and voluntary sector agencies to support some of the most vulnerable residents
What you will need:
- Substantial experience in homelessness and housing options services
- Strong understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VII and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
- Experience of partnership working with statutory and voluntary sector agencies
- Excellent decision making and case management skills
- Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff in a fast paced, frontline environment
- Experience of Home Connections is preferable
- Enhanced DBS check and references required
If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Deputy Housing Options Manager in Haywards Heath employer: Marks Consulting Partners Limited
Join a well-established independent property and construction consultancy in Edinburgh, where you'll not only lead exciting projects but also thrive in a supportive and flexible work environment. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from structured career development reviews and the opportunity to work on landmark developments across Scotland. Enjoy competitive salaries, private healthcare, and a family-friendly culture that values your contributions and fosters meaningful client relationships.
Contact Details:
Marks Consulting Partners Limited Recruitment Team
