Temporary Accommodation Team Leader

Carrington West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 101,942,000 - 118,474,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an experienced Temporary Accommodation Team Leader for a South London local authority on an initial 5-month contract. You will lead and support a team of Temporary Accommodation Officers, oversee casework quality, ensure placements meet standards, and drive service performance to meet statutory requirements in a local authority housing setting.

Hybrid working is offered, with a rate of £35.48 per hour (Umbrella).

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in local authority housing.
• Familiar with temporary accommodation systems and statutory requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and performance management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Temporary Accommodation Officers.
• Oversee casework quality and service delivery to residents.
• Provide expert guidance on temporary accommodation suitability and housing processes.
• Support continuous improvement and effective partnership working.

Skills

Leadership

Housing policy

Job description

Initial 5-month contract | £35.48 per hour (Umbrella) | Hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Accommodation Team Leader to join a South London local authority on an initial 5-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with strong knowledge of local government temporary accommodation services to make an immediate impact.

You will be responsible for leading and supporting a team of Temporary Accommodation Officers, ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality housing services to residents. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day management, guidance, and performance support, helping the team meet service objectives and statutory requirements.

The role requires a strong understanding of temporary accommodation provision within a local authority setting, including experience assessing the suitability of accommodation and ensuring placements meet relevant standards and resident needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing, motivating, and supporting a team of Temporary Accommodation Officers
• Overseeing casework quality and service delivery standards
• Providing expert guidance on temporary accommodation suitability and housing processes
• Supporting continuous improvement and effective partnership working

You will have proven experience in a similar leadership role within a local authority housing service, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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