Healthy Homes Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd

Chesterfield

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 45,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Chesterfield Borough Council is seeking an experienced Healthy Homes Manager to lead our Private Sector Housing Renewal function and oversee the Disabled Facilities Grant service. You will manage a team, shape policy implementation, and drive improvements across housing standards for residents.

The role requires extensive housing knowledge, strong leadership, and robust budget and project management. Hybrid working is offered with the ability to travel within the borough.

Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of housing standards, hazards, and relevant housing legislation.
Experience supervising and developing staff within a service environment.
Strong budget management and project management experience.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
Experience working with residents, landlords, contractors, and partner organisations.
Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel throughout the borough.

Responsibilities

Managing the Housing Renewal Service, budgets, performance, and legislative compliance.
Developing and implementing private sector housing policies and strategies.
Leading the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and associated financial assistance schemes.
Managing significant capital and revenue budgets.
Building effective partnerships with contractors, health services, housing providers, and other stakeholders.
Producing and presenting reports to senior management, Members, Cabinet, and committees.
Driving service improvement, performance management, and external funding opportunities.
Providing specialist advice on housing, environmental health, and housing renewal legislation.

Skills

Housing standards & legislation

Budget management

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership & supervision

Education

Degree-level qualification

Management qualification/experience

Job description

Salary details: £41,771 to £45,091 per year

Job term: permanent

Appointment type: full time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Town Hall

Department: Housing

Division: Private Sector Housing

Are you passionate about improving housing standards and helping residents live safely, independently, and comfortably in their homes?

Chesterfield Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Healthy Homes Manager to lead our Private Sector Housing Renewal function.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape housing improvement initiatives across the borough while managing key programmes that support some of our most vulnerable residents.

About the Role

You will lead the delivery and development of the council's Private Sector Housing Renewal Policy and oversee the administration of financial assistance programmes, including the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) service.

You will manage a team of Technical Officers and play a pivotal role in ensuring residents can remain safe, healthy, and independent within their homes.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing the Housing Renewal Service, budgets, performance, and legislative compliance.

Developing and implementing private sector housing policies and strategies.

Leading the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and associated financial assistance schemes.

Managing significant capital and revenue budgets.

Building effective partnerships with contractors, health services, housing providers, and other stakeholders.

Producing and presenting reports to senior management, Members, Cabinet, and committees.

Driving service improvement, performance management, and external funding opportunities.

Providing specialist advice on housing, environmental health, and housing renewal legislation.

About you

We are looking for a confident and experienced manager with:

Essential

Extensive knowledge of housing standards, housing hazards, and relevant housing legislation.

Experience of supervising and developing staff within a service environment.

Strong budget management and project management experience.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.

Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, landlords, contractors, and partner organisations.

A relevant degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience).

Management qualification or substantial management experience.

Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel throughout the borough.

Desirable

Experience of delivering Disabled Facilities Grant services.

Knowledge of Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) requirements.

Building, surveying, or related professional qualifications.

Membership of a relevant professional body.

Why join us?

At Chesterfield Borough Council, we are committed to creating thriving communities and delivering excellent public services.

We offer:

A rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference to residents' lives.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where service needs allow.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Local Government Pension Scheme.

Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

A supportive and inclusive working environment.

Ready to make a difference?

If you have the leadership skills, housing expertise, and passion to improve homes and communities across Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in helping residents live healthier, safer, and more independent lives in quality housing across the borough.

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Healthy Homes Manager

Company: Chesterfield Borough Council

Salary: £41,771 - £45,091

Hours: Full-time

Location: Chesterfield, S40 1LP

Working pattern: Hybrid - 1 day remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 28 Jul 2026

Closing date: 16 Aug 2026

Summary

Reference: CBC26043