Interim Head Of Supported Housing

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

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Head of Supported Housing to lead strategic and operational management of housing services within the not-for-profit sector in the UK. You will drive service quality, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement while delivering value for residents and stakeholders.

The role oversees a portfolio of 12,000 homes, manages budgets, leads a team, and collaborates with internal teams to enhance performance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing housing services in the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong regulatory and compliance knowledge in housing.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver financial targets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strategic mindset with focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage housing services to meet objectives and resident needs.
• Develop and implement policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Oversee budgets and financial performance within the housing department.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
• Manage and develop staff, fostering accountability and excellence.
• Monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with stakeholders and partners to promote housing services.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on housing matters.

Skills

Housing services management

Not-for-profit sector

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

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.