Assistant Director of Housing Access and Support

believe housing; North East; Hybrid; GBP 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave pro rata

Volunteering days

Healthcare scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

believe housing invites applications for an Assistant Director of Housing Access and Support based in North East England. The role oversees lettings, tenancy sustainment and acts as Principal Safeguarding Lead across the business, guiding teams to deliver strong performance and customer satisfaction.

The successful candidate will lead transformation projects within the directorate and across the organisation, influencing service delivery at a strategic level and driving continuous improvement at

Job description

We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Director of Housing Access and Support. Based in North East England (hybrid).

We believe in life without barriers.

This is a pivotal time for our organisation, and we are excited to be recruiting into this important position, playing a key role in strategically leading and managing the delivery of lettings and tenancy sustainment and act as Principal Safeguarding Lead across the business.

We are looking for a leader who will motivate and inspire teams to deliver outstanding performance, high customer satisfaction and lead innovation and continuous improvement. You will contribute to directorate and corporate transformation and improvement projects supporting the delivery of the vision and mission of believe housing.

This role offers the right candidate the opportunity to join believe housing at an exciting stage of our journey.

What’s on offer?

Our people are our greatest asset which is why we value you, encourage you, look after you, and empower you.

We offer a competitive salary of £85,395 per annum and:

• up to 33 days annual leave pro rata, plus four volunteering days
• access to our healthcare scheme
• flexible working that supports your wellbeing
• a positive, inclusive culture where growth and development are genuinely encouraged.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you wish to find out more about this opportunity contact Sam Humble Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods at [e-mail]

• Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday, 4 October 2026
• All applicants must go through our website.