Project Lead

Changing Lives; Chilton Lane; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide charity is seeking a manager for their Durham Dispersed housing service in County Durham, overseeing 30 properties supporting individuals assessed by the county housing team. You will lead a team of support staff to ensure high-quality housing and care. This position requires management experience and a commitment to helping those facing homelessness and related challenges. The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through support and guidance.

Qualifications

• Management experience in housing or related services.
• Ability to lead and support a team effectively.
• Commitment to providing high-quality support.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Durham Dispersed housing service for 30 properties.
• Lead support staff and ensure quality housing management.
• Assist area Service Manager with service operations.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for someone with management experience to manage the Durham Dispersed housing service in County Durham. The service includes 30 properties available to house people assessed via the Durham County housing and homeless team. The properties consist of 15 assessment centre places and 15 longer‑term supported placements.

Team

The team is made up of 3 dedicated support staff who provide support and housing management to residents. As part of the team, you will lead the staff and assist with running the service, ensuring high‑quality support and high‑quality housing is given, with support from the area Service Manager and Operational Lead.

About the Charity

Changing Lives is a nationwide charity helping people facing the most challenging circumstances to make positive change. We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a rewarding job, and a life free from addiction or abuse. We know that with the right support, anyone can change their life for the better.

Our services help thousands of people each year who are experiencing complex challenges, including homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction, unemployment, criminal justice involvement, sexual exploitation and domestic abuse. By focusing on their strengths, potential and opportunities, we support people to overcome problems and live safe, successful, independent lives.

Our charity is powered by over 600 passionate colleagues who bring a diverse and inclusive environment for growth. Many have lived experience of the challenges faced by those we support. We are looking for committed and compassionate professionals to join our team.

Housing & Homelessness Services

We support people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, and provide specialist accommodation and outreach services for rough sleepers, veterans, survivors of domestic abuse, women and young people.

Accommodation

Accommodation means more than a roof. It offers a welcoming, flourishing environment with opportunities for all we support to feel comfortable and develop. You can make a difference and support people on their journey toward a brighter future. At Changing Lives, we offer a home rather than just a shelter.