Private Sector Housing Team Leader (Selective Licencing)

Medway Food Partnership; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Medway Council is recruiting two Private Sector Housing Team Leaders to manage day-to-day operations and deputise for the Private Sector Housing Manager. The role combines on-site leadership with hybrid-working arrangements, including 3 days in the office and remote work, and supports housing initiatives and enforcement activities.

The post requires coordinating budgets, advisory work on Housing Act 2004 and related guidance, and line-management responsibilities to foster performance and career

Qualifications

• Essential criteria at Level A must be demonstrated.
• Experience leading a housing/technical team is desirable.
• Ability to interpret Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) guidance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Private Sector Housing team.
• Deputise for Private Sector Housing Manager as required.
• Coordinate Better Care Fund budget and administer grants.

Skills

Team leadership

Performance management

Budget management

Job description

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Job Reference RCE4536VR

Number of Positions:

2

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Full Time

5-year fixed term contract - This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 5 years; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed. If an internal counc

Range 6 Level A - £45,795 per annum

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home – 3 days in the office per week.

Closing Date:

05/11/2026

Job Category:

Housing

Region / Division:

Kent

Business Unit:

Job Introduction

Medway Council is recruiting a range of exciting new roles to support the delivery of our Selective Licensing Programme, helping to improve housing standards, tackle poor property conditions, and create safer, healthier communities for residents. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing service from the outset, working within a dynamic team committed to raising standards in the private rented sector.

As a private Sector Housing Team Leader you will be required to oversee the day to day running, support and management of the Private Sector Housing and Adaptations team, deputising for the Private Sector Housing Manager as and when required.

To co‐ordinate the Better Care Fund budget, overseeing the administration of Disabled Facilities Grants and other discretionary financial assistance. To oversee the Council’s interpretation of guidance relating to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), its implementation and enforcement.

To provide professional advice and guidance principally covering Housing Act 2004, other relevant legislation and good practice. To line manage the Private Sector Housing team, undertaking performance management activities, such as 1‐1s and performance appraisals.

To promote and put in place procedures and policies to integrate the private sector housing functions with other public bodies. To oversee the development and implementation of the Council's housing initiatives, including those relating to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), property licensing scheme and the licensing of mobile home and caravan sites. To continuously monitor and profile PSH budgets via the corporate finance programme.

Oversee the team’s joint working and partnerships with both internal and external partners, working collaboratively together and building sustainable relationships for the future. To ensure the service use civil penalty, rent repayment orders and licensing fees to support the borough intelligence led approach to housing enforcement.

Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council.

The successful post holder will be subject to a Standard DBS check.

Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.

When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.

The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:

Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.

Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.

Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.

We are seeking 2 Private Sector Housing Team Leaders to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.

• Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.
• Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.
• For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
• Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
• Please note, we prioritise applications from current Medway Council redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.

Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.