At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to prevent homelessness and improve housing options.
- Company: Local authority in Surrey dedicated to community support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership experience, and impactful work.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in homelessness services and strong knowledge of housing laws.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We're working with a local authority in Surrey that needs an experienced Team Leader to step into a busy Homelessness & Housing Options service and provide immediate, hands‑on leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day service delivery and supervise officers through regular 1:1s
- Oversee complex and high‑risk cases, ensuring legally sound decisions
- Review Personalised Housing Plans and maintain statutory compliance
- Monitor temporary accommodation and drive performance improvements
- Represent the service at multi‑agency meetings
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading within a Homelessness or Housing Needs service
- Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and HRA 2017
- Confidence managing complex casework and improving team performance
- Ability to work at pace in a busy service
- Availability to attend the office a few days per week
- Ideally experience with Housing Jigsaw
- Immediate or short‑notice availability is preferred
Interested? Apply now or drop me an email and I'll talk you through the role.
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