Housing Solutions Manager (Prevention, Relief & Homelessness)

£38,276 - £46,55937 hours per week Mon - Fri

About the role

In this fast-paced role you will lead the homeless service, setting service standards and ensuring the Council provide lawful advice as part of a positive approach to preventing homelessness. You will be responsible for implementing our action plan to end rough sleeping in the area.

We are a passionate team who care about our residents and the service we provide and you will be joining a supportive, friendly Housing service. As the Housing Solutions Manager, you will:

• Lead and supervise the Housing Solutions team, consisting of a senior officer, 5 officers and a trainee. • Undertake statutory section 202 reviews• Ensure compliance with homelessness legislation• Deputise for the Head of Housing Solutions as required • Provide 1-2-1 support and performance development for the team• Pro-actively build exceptional working relationships with partners, colleagues and the voluntary sector

About RunnymedeRunnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.

We have an exceptional Housing Solutions team that have achieved many positive outcomes for applicants. This role will support us to continue to deliver a high-quality homelessness service.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the implementation and performance of the Councils Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and assist in the review of procedures and policies within the team.

Benefits

• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home• Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am & 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave• 28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas.• Excellent Pension Scheme • Free Parking• Subsidised cafe on site• Training and development opportunities • Payment of one professional membership per annum• Cycle to work + further related discounts• Season ticket loan• Health and Dental insurance plan after 3 years' service• Mileage allowance

About youIf you are a capable and motivated person who is committed to excellent customer service, this may be the opportunity for you.

How to applyPlease click the 'apply now' button at the bottom of this page. A cover letter is required for your application to be considered, along with your CV.

We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources who will be able to assist you.

For an informal chat about this role please contact Andy Kefford, Head of Housing Solutions.

Closing Date: 8th January 2023

If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.