Housing Policy Writer in Lancaster

Housing Policy Writer Lancaster Type of Service: Social Housing Length of Contract: 6 Months Fixed Term/Perm Salary: £38,000.00 to £46,000.00 per year

SUMMARY

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Housing Policy Writer to join a Local Authority in Lancaster, supporting the development of a new Supported Housing Strategy for the Lancaster district. This is a 6 month fixed term role with potential to go fully permanent after 6 months.

THE ROLE

• Working alongside the Principal Housing Strategy Officer, you will play a key role in researching, writing and developing Lancaster's new Supported Housing Strategy, working with providers, residents and key stakeholders to understand local housing needs and shape the final strategy.
• Support the preparation and development of the new Supported Housing Strategy for Lancaster district.
• Engage with Supported Housing Providers through online surveys and other methods to gather relevant service and provision data.
• Collate, analyse and interpret information gathered from providers and existing housing research.
• Engage with key stakeholders, commissioning leads and services supporting vulnerable groups across the district.
• Plan and undertake resident engagement, including a combination of in-person interviews and surveys.
• Contribute to the drafting of the strategy, key findings and supporting policy documentation.
• Support consultation on the draft Supported Housing Strategy before its final adoption, ensuring feedback is appropriately considered and incorporated.

THE CANDIDATE

• The successful Housing Policy Writer will have previous experience in housing policy, housing research or a closely related role, ideally with around three years' relevant experience.
• Candidates with graduate-level qualifications alongside suitable housing policy or research experience will also be considered.
• An understanding of supported housing and the needs of vulnerable groups would be highly beneficial.
• Experience researching, analysing and writing housing policy, strategies, reports or similar documents.
• Knowledge or understanding of the supported housing sector and the challenges facing vulnerable groups.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to turn complex information and research findings into clear, accessible policy documents.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders, service providers, residents or other relevant groups to gather information and feedback.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage research, consultation and information-gathering activity effectively.

THE CONTRACT

• Working Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, 37 hours per week
• Length of Contract: This is a 6 month fixed term role with potential to go fully permanent after 6 months.
• Rate: £38,000.00 to £46,000.00 per year, plus benefits
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid working, with a mixture of remote and in-person working as required and subject to agreement with the Principal Housing Strategy Officer.