We are looking for an outstanding, forward thinking Head of Housing Solutions, Support & Prevention to lead our approach to homelessness prevention, housing options, and support services. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who is passionate about building resilient communities, reducing homelessness, and ensuring every resident has access to safe, secure, and sustainable housing. About the Role As our new Head of Housing Solutions, Support & Prevention, you will: Provide strategic leadership across housing options, homelessness prevention, advice, domestic abuse support, supported accommodation, and rough sleeping services. Drive innovation in early intervention and prevention—tackling the root causes of homelessness and supporting residents to remain independent. Lead and empower multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality, person centred housing solutions. Strengthen partnerships across health, social care, voluntary organisations, landlords, and community groups. Ensure compliance with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act and associated legislation. Oversee service performance, quality assurance, and data driven improvement. Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money while investing in preventative approaches. Champion a culture focused on inclusion, strengths based practice, and exceptional customer experience. About You You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience in housing, homelessness, or related social care/public sector services. A strong understanding of prevention models, homelessness legislation, safeguarding, and housing pathways. The ability to lead through complexity and deliver change with confidence and clarity. A track record of improving services, implementing new models, and driving cultural and organisational transformation. Excellent partnership working skills, able to influence and collaborate across systems. A values driven approach with a commitment to tackling inequalities and improving the lives of vulnerable residents. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to: Lead a service that makes a tangible difference every single day. Build innovative prevention strategies rooted in community, partnership, and early intervention. Shape the future of housing support in Middlesbrough. Work with passionate teams committed to providing safe and sustainable housing for all. If you are a dynamic, strategic leader who wants to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Louise Grabham Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships. The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.