Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and ensuring everyone has access to safe, secure housing?
About the Role
Pendle Borough Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Needs Manager to lead our dedicated team in delivering innovative, person-centred housing solutions. This is a pivotal role in shaping the future of housing support across our borough.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the Housing Needs team, ensuring effective delivery of homelessness prevention, housing advice, and temporary accommodation services.
2. Develop and implement strategic plans to reduce homelessness and improve housing outcomes.
3. Ensure compliance with statutory duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act and other relevant legislation.
4. Build strong partnerships with internal departments, housing providers, and voluntary sector organisations.
5. Monitor performance, manage budgets, and drive service improvements.
6. Champion a culture of customer focus, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, or related services.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* In-depth knowledge of housing legislation and policy.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* A strategic mindset with a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for residents.
Location & Community
Pendle is located in Lancashire's scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.
Additional Information
This role is covered under the Disability Confident scheme, which offers an interview to applicants declaring a disability who meet the minimum criteria.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours.
* Up to 31 days annual leave.
* Flexible contracts requiring 2-3 days in the office weekly, with a requirement to live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Options to buy extra annual leave.
* Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes.
* Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.
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