Senior Housing Options Lead — Homelessness Prevention

Carrington West; Kettering; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based in Northampton

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Carrington West in Northampton is seeking an experienced Senior Housing Options Advisor to lead a team of Housing Options Advisors and oversee complex homelessness cases.

You will ensure high-quality, compliant housing services in line with the Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act, while collaborating with partners to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing outcomes. This is an office-based role with a 6-month initial contract and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in housing options and homelessness services.
• Extensive knowledge of homelessness legislation (Part 7 Housing Act 1996; Homelessness Reduction Act 2017).
• Experience managing complex homelessness cases and developing practical housing solutions.
• Strong leadership, communication and case management skills.
• Housing qualification plus driving licence and transport access.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Housing Options Advisors to ensure effective service delivery.
• Manage a small caseload of complex homelessness applications and provide specialist advice.
• Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation and statutory duties.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external agencies and providers to prevent homelessness.
• Mentor staff, monitor KPIs and deputise for Team Leaders when needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Homelessness law

Case management

Stakeholder collaboration

Housing options

Education

CIH Level 4

Job description

Carrington West in Northampton is seeking an experienced Senior Housing Options Advisor to lead a team of Housing Options Advisors and oversee complex homelessness cases.

You will ensure high-quality, compliant housing services in line with the Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act, while collaborating with partners to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing outcomes. This is an office-based role with a 6-month initial contract and a competitive hourly rate.