Overview
Lead Officer - Housing Assistance Shared Service. Stafford Borough & Cannock Chase District Councils invite applications for the Lead Officer - Housing Assistance Shared Service role. Band K (SCP 36 - 40) £47,181 - £51,356 per annum, plus Market Supplement £4,000 per annum until 31st March 2028. Full time, permanent - 37 hours per week.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the complete Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) process from referral to project completion, ensuring efficiency, quality and safety.
* Lead procurement processes, including tendering key contracts, contractor management and value for money.
* Develop and implement systems and processes that drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
* Manage budgets, resources and timelines, monitoring and influencing key performance indicators to meet challenging targets.
* Cultivate a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and enthusiasm within the team.
* Establish and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including contractors, healthcare professionals, and local authorities.
* Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and local government standards.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in managing a team, ideally within the public sector or social care environment.
* Knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant legislation or similar funding mechanisms.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
* Expertise in running procurement processes, including tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
* Excellent communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
* Enthusiastic and results-driven, with a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for vulnerable individuals.
* Ability to work jointly with professionals including Occupational Therapists, architects and local authority staff for a joined-up multi-agency service.
* You must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
Regulated activity
This role is working in a regulated activity and will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Benefits and application
In return, we offer opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements where possible, including homeworking (dependent on service need) and a holiday allowance of 27.5 days plus bank holidays. We also offer membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts at many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments, and a range of training and development opportunities. Closing date for completed applications: Sunday 5 October 2025. Interviews will be held the week beginning 13 October 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers
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