Housing Options Team Manager - Assessment Reviews & Rough Sleeping
Local Authority - South East London
A local authority based in South East London is committed to preventing homelessness through early intervention and tackling the root causes of housing instability. They are currently seeking an experienced Housing Options Team Manager to lead assessment, review and homelessness prevention activity, with a particular focus on complex cases and rough sleeping.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven housing professional to take on a senior operational role within a high-performing Housing Options service.
Assignment Details:
Contract Length: 13 months (ongoing assignment)
Pay Rate: £33.91 per hour (Umbrella)
Higher rates may be considered for exceptional candidates - please advise if seeking a higher rate
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, remainder remoteThe Role
As Housing Options Team Manager, you will be responsible for the management and coordination of a Housing Options Team, ensuring services are delivered in line with legislation, policy and best practice. You will lead on homelessness assessments, statutory reviews and rough sleeping interventions, embedding a creative and solution-focused approach across the service. You will play a key role in managing complex cases, supporting officers, and working collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve sustainable housing outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage and motivate a Housing Options Team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services
Oversee housing assessments, statutory reviews and homelessness prevention activity
Manage complex and high-risk cases, including those involving rough sleeping
Ensure compliance with homelessness legislation, statutory guidance, case law and internal policies
Promote early intervention and prevention approaches to reduce homelessness presentationsSkills, Knowledge & Experience
Significant experience within Housing Options / Homelessness Services, ideally within a local authority setting
Strong working knowledge of homelessness legislation, housing law and best practice
Proven experience managing and developing teams in a busy environment
Demonstrable experience of preventing homelessness and managing complex caseworkApply today for a confidential discussion.
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