Join Us in Making a Difference – Head of Homelessness Services(Charity Sector)
Riverside House, Salisbury | 37.5 Full-Time | £ £50,232.00 PA
About Us
Our Vision in Alabaré is a Society where everyone has the opportunity to live a fulfilling life. With a dedicated team, strong community partnerships, and a bold vision, we are transforming lives every day.
The Role
We are looking for a Leader experienced in Supported Housing who will be part of our Heads of Service Team and who can lead a creative and dynamic person centered support to those who find themselves homeless. At Alabaré we look at Breaking the Cycle of homelessness by being bold, dynamic and confident in our delivery and support. Alongside this our organisational values of Care, Compassion, Honesty and Respect influence our ways of working.
The Head of Homelessness reports to the Care & Support Director and is a member of the Heads of Service Team. The post holder is responsible for the day to day operational management and service delivery of care, support and housing to vulnerable and marginalised adults in a number of homes and services. The post holder has a clear focus upon improving quality, within financial constraints, and meeting and exceeding appropriate national and local quality standards of both care and property. This includes directly managing the Managers and Team Leaders for a number of homes and services.
As the expert and voice of single homelessness, this role involves actively promoting our work in alignment with the strategic objectives. This includes delivering impactful presentations, engaging in public speaking opportunities, and representing the team in various forums to raise awareness and drive support for our initiatives.
The role is also a change agent for the transformation of their services. This will include the active collaboration in the development and leadership of implementation of the supporting operational strategies.
What We are Looking For
* The right candidate will have a degree and/or equivalent qualification in Management Housing, Health or Social Care professional qualification. Or can demonstrate qualification by experience.
* Working Knowledge and practical application of the legislative and regulatory framework of the supported housing and social care sector.
* Experience of managing financial budgets.
* Ability to lead, inspire and motivate others, generate innovative ideas and lead multi-disciplinary groups.
* Proven knowledge, experience and understanding of the needs of vulnerable and marginalised people in need of support, in particular homeless clients.
* Developing and implementing policies and procedures relating to housing and support services.
* Proven record in delivering high performancing services and championing continuous improvement.
* Proven record of developing and maintaining effective relationships within the sector to achieve results.
* Knowledge of writing tenders.
* Project management presentation skills, interpersonal skills, proactive networking skills and IT Literate.
* Commitment to equalities in the delivery of quality care and support.
* Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.
* Inclusive team player, performance driven and able to take a charity wide approach.
* Flexible thinker who is confident, self-sufficient and well organised.
* To reflect and foster the Christian values of the Charity through commitment to organisational aims and values.
* Ability to work productively in a high-pressure environment.
* Positive attitude to self-development.
* Car driver essential with access to road worthy vehicle and business insurance.
* Based in Salisbury (other locations possible by agreement) to include 1 day a week from home if needed and ability to visit other locations within the service when required.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making real change
* Work with a passionate, supportive team
* Enjoy flexible working and a culture that values well-being through Employee Assistance Programme – Mindful Employer
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Full Job Description available on request.
If you feel that this role is for you please call Vanessa on for an informal discussion.
Application deadline: 29th September 2025
Interviews to be held: 17th October 2025
Please note we do not offer sponsorship
Alabaré are committed to ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all our service users, this includes developing, implementing and maintaining effective recruitment policies and procedures to promote the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Before commencing employment, the HR Department undertakes pre-employment checks on all applicants who have been offered a job with the Charity. These checks include an Enhanced DBS, which will be renewed every 3 years, the right to live and work in the UK, as well as two satisfactory references.
All staff will be required to complete training on Safeguarding Adults and Young People within their first week of employment.
Remember, reporting bad practice is good practice
Please visit our website for more information on our benefits and to download an application form.
Disclaimer
Please note you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret that we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £46,527.00-£50,232.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Are you currently living in the United Kingdom with the ability to commute.
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence and access to vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 29/09/2025