Interim Head of Supported Housing

Michael Page Property and Construction; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 84,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Property and Construction in Cambridge is seeking a Head of Supported Housing to oversee strategic and operational housing services within the not-for-profit sector. You will drive compliance, efficiency, and high-quality resident support.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory expertise, and proven budget management to deliver targets and enable service improvements across a 12,000-home portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing housing services within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the housing industry.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively and deliver financial targets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage housing services to ensure they meet organisational objectives and resident needs.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgets and financial performance within the housing department.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Manage and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Monitor performance metrics to ensure targets are met and identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with stakeholders and partners to promote the organisation's housing services.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership on housing-related matters.

Skills

Housing management

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Not-for-profit sector

Job description

As the Head of Supported Housing, you'll oversee the strategic and operational management of housing services within the not-for-profit sector. Your role will ensure the smooth delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of residents while driving operational improvements and compliance.

Client Details

A national supported housing provider, focused on providing vital services within the housing sector with responsibility for a portfolio of 12,000 homes

Description

• Lead and manage housing services to ensure they meet organisational objectives and resident needs.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgets and financial performance within the housing department.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Manage and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Monitor performance metrics to ensure targets are met and identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with stakeholders and partners to promote the organisation's housing services.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership on housing-related matters.

Profile

A successful Head of Supported Housing should have:

• Proven experience in managing housing services within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the housing industry.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively and deliver financial targets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £84,000 to £86,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Fixed-term contract with potential for career development within the not-for-profit sector.
• Opportunity to contribute to housing services.