Landlord Engagement & Housing Pathways Lead

South West Community Chaplaincy; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Income Protection Insurance and Well-­

Private Medical Insurance (probation)

Learning and development opportunities

Right to Work in the UK

Job summary

Bridges Outcomes Partnerships (KBOP) seeks a role across Kirklees to prevent homelessness and improve housing access for individuals. The post focuses on securing high-quality private rented sector accommodation and enhancing independence for participants.

You will proactively engage landlords, coordinate with frontline teams, and identify new locations and properties. Collaboration with KBOP and KDASS ensures aligned housing pathways and sustained outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• Commitment to strengths-based and trauma-informed practice.
• Knowledge of housing sector and applicable legislation.
• Desire to contribute to an innovative, impact-led project.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to plan and organise work effectively.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a partnership environment.
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Increase the number and diversity of landlords engaged with the project.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with landlords for smooth housing pathways.
• Ensure accommodation meets housing standards.
• Align housing options with participants’ strengths, needs and goals.
• Support partners to understand private rented sector options.
• Liaise with local authority private sector housing teams to strengthen partnerships.
• Act as contact for staff accessing deposits or guarantor schemes.
• Attend landlord networking events to promote the project and incentives.
• Educate KBOP staff and clients on tenancy rights and relevant legislation.
• Maintain communications with landlords during tenancies to support positive outcomes.
• Contribute to marketing and widening the programme’s reach.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Bridges Outcomes Partnerships (KBOP) seeks a role across Kirklees to prevent homelessness and improve housing access for individuals. The post focuses on securing high-quality private rented sector accommodation and enhancing independence for participants.

You will proactively engage landlords, coordinate with frontline teams, and identify new locations and properties. Collaboration with KBOP and KDASS ensures aligned housing pathways and sustained outcomes for clients.