Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Grays; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work pattern

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Grays, United Kingdom, is seeking a Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist on a 3-month contract with a local authority. You will lead and coordinate initiatives to reduce temporary housing and improve move-on opportunities.

The role involves managing a dedicated team, building partnerships with landlords and housing providers, using data to drive improvements, and delivering reports to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in homelessness, housing solutions, or temporary accommodation services.
• Proven experience leading teams and driving performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and homelessness duties.
• Experience developing move-on pathways and housing solutions.
• Relevant housing qualification or equivalent professional experience (desirable).
• Project management or transformation-related qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Reduction team.
• Drive initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation and shorten the length of stay.
• Develop and implement sustainable move-on pathways, including access to the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and social housing.
• Identify barriers to rehousing and implement solutions to support residents into long-term accommodation.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, housing providers, and external partners.
• Support the delivery of housing transformation programs and service redesign.
• Use performance data and insights to monitor outcomes and drive continuous service improvement.
• Produce reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership.

Job description

Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist

Grays, United Kingdom | Posted on 15/05/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, focused on leading and coordinating initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation. The role is crucial in delivering proactive, outcome-driven solutions to increase move-on opportunities, decrease reliance on temporary accommodation, and enhance resident outcomes while minimising financial pressures on the service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Reduction team.


• Drive initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation and shorten the length of stay.


• Develop and implement sustainable move-on pathways, including access to the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and social housing.


• Identify barriers to rehousing and implement solutions to support residents into long-term accommodation.


• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, housing providers, and external partners.


• Support the delivery of housing transformation programs and service redesign.


• Use performance data and insights to monitor outcomes and drive continuous service improvement.


• Produce reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership.

Requirements

• Significant experience in homelessness, housing solutions, or temporary accommodation services.


• Proven experience leading teams and driving performance improvements.


• Strong understanding of housing legislation and homelessness duties.


• Experience developing move-on pathways and housing solutions.


• Relevant housing qualification or equivalent professional experience (desirable).


• Project management or transformation-related qualification (desirable).

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week


• Work pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days work from home


• The role closes on 22nd May 2026.