Overview
Housing Options Team Leader. Location: Redcar & Cleveland. Rate: £29.63 LTD per hour. Contract: Temporary. We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Housing Options Team Leader to lead a busy Housing Advice & Information Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with a strong background in homelessness legislation and team management.
Responsibilities
* Lead the Housing Advice & Information Team to deliver a customer-focused service.
* Develop and implement homelessness prevention strategies, policies, and service plans.
* Provide effective supervision, support, and performance management for staff.
* Ensure compliance with homelessness legislation, statutory duties, and best practice.
* Monitor budgets, commissioned services, and performance returns.
* Build strong relationships with partner agencies, landlords, and voluntary organisations.
* Represent the service at meetings, committees, and court when required.
Requirements
* Significant experience in homelessness services, with strong knowledge of relevant legislation.
* Proven experience managing and supporting teams.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work effectively with partner agencies and manage complex cases.
* Educated to A-Level (or equivalent) with GCSEs in English and Maths (A–C).
* Flexible approach with the ability to respond to service needs.
* Full driving licence.
* Desirable: Recognised management qualification or CIH membership.
* Desirable: Experience using Jigsaw (Housing Partnership) case management system.
* Desirable: Experience providing training.
This is a fantastic chance to take on a leadership role where you can make a real difference in homelessness prevention and housing services.
How to apply
To apply, please contact: George Westhead, Recruitment Consultant – Service Care Solutions. (phone number removed) or (url removed).
Job Info
* Job Title: Housing Options Team Leader
* Company: Service Care Solutions
* Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
* Posted: Sep 8th 2025
* Closes: Oct 9th 2025
* Sector: Property Services
* Contract: Contract
* Hours: Full Time
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