Housing Team Leader
We are looking for a Housing Team Leader who will work with colleagues to provide effective, high-quality support and resettlement services to vulnerable, single, homeless people housed by the organisation.
Position: Housing Team Leader
Location: Newham
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £33,500 to £37,500 dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.
Closing date: Tuesday 19th November 2024
About the role:
Our goal is to promote independent living for our residents, and your main responsibility will be to ensure the smooth and safe running of our overall housing service. You will play a crucial role in delivering an excellent service to all our housing residents. You will be responsible for day-to-day operational tasks within the supported housing service, reporting to the Housing Manager.
You will be responsible for assessing them comprehensively, identifying their needs, and ensuring the appropriate support to enable them to make positive changes and move forward in their lives. You will be proactive in making sure that residents have active move on plans and receive necessary support to successfully move on.
You will also be responsible for ensuring that rental income is maximized, and all residents are supported in meeting their tenancy/license obligations to sustain their tenancies/license agreements as they prepare for independent living.
Key areas of responsibility include:
About you:
Your expertise and leadership skills will be essential in motivating and supporting our team in achieving the best possible outcomes for our residents. You will work closely with the team to ensure that all our services are delivered to the highest possible standards and in line with the needs of our residents, stakeholders, and funders. A proactive approach to safeguarding and incident management will ensure a safe and progressive environment for all residents.
Key skills required for this role:
About the organisation:
The employer is a well-established and respected local charity based in the London Borough of Newham. They support those who are facing multiple challenges – they might be a carer, migrant or refugee without access to public funds, suffering from homelessness, experiencing poverty, or unable to communicate in English. They empower people to reach their full potential through offering advocacy, education, temporary accommodation and a wide range of positive activities. They support over 3000 people a year and have been working with Newham communities for over 50 years.
You may also have experience in areas such as: Team Leader, Social Care Team Leader, Mental Health Team Leader, Service Team Leader, Service Manager, Homeless Support Worker, Vulnerable Adults, Mental Health, Complex Needs, Well-being, Social Care, Care, Care, and Support, Care and Mental Health.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.