Senior Housing Needs Lead (Interim, 8–12m)

Lincoln Cornhill Executive; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Cornhill Executive is assisting a Southeast District Council to appoint a Head of Housing Needs on an 8–12 month interim contract. The role is on site 1-2 days per week, combining senior housing leadership with temporary Head of Service responsibilities to cover a secondment.

You will lead Housing Services, advise on homelessness and housing options, and drive strategies and service plans while maintaining statutory compliance and performance during the interim period.

Qualifications

• CIH Level 4 qualification or equivalent professional housing qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to Housing Services, ensuring continuity of service delivery throughout the temporary management period
• Act as the Council's senior housing advisor on housing needs, homelessness, allocations, housing options and associated housing policy matters
• Lead the development, implementation and review of housing-related strategies, policies and service plans
• Contribute to corporate leadership initiatives, service transformation programmes and Local Government Reorganisation planning where required
• Represent the Council at regional partnerships, strategic housing forums, Sussex housing groups and multi-agency meetings

Education

CIH Level 4 qualification or equivalent professional housing qualification

Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Lincoln Cornhill Executive is assisting a Southeast District Council to appoint a Head of Housing Needs on an 8–12 month interim contract. The role is on site 1-2 days per week, combining senior housing leadership with temporary Head of Service responsibilities to cover a secondment.

You will lead Housing Services, advise on homelessness and housing options, and drive strategies and service plans while maintaining statutory compliance and performance during the interim period.