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- Job Type: Temporary (Ongoing)
- Location: Catford, SE6
- Day Rate: PAYE £345.86 / Umbrella £450
- Start Date: Immediate
We are seeking a Head of Housing Needs & Refugee Services to provide strategic leadership and management for a local authority in SE London. This role is crucial for directing the council’s efforts in housing allocations, homelessness prevention, and refugee resettlement, ensuring efficient service delivery and financial management within a budget of up to £25m.
Day-to-day of the role:- Provide strategic leadership, direction, and management of the Council’s Housing Needs and Refugee Service.
- Offer corporate advice on all services within the Housing Needs & Refugee Service and represent the Council on cross-borough and London-wide groups.
- Manage, control, and monitor service budgets and contracted services to ensure strong financial planning and value for money.
- Lead the accommodation function for households in housing need, including temporary accommodation and access to the private rented sector.
- Ensure all council-managed accommodations are compliant, in good condition, and that households receive necessary support.
- Drive change and transformation to continuously improve the services.
- Lead the Council’s initiative to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation and manage budgets effectively to stay within corporate limits.
- Proven experience in strategic leadership within housing needs or refugee services.
- Strong understanding of housing allocations, homelessness prevention, and resettlement services.
- Experience managing large budgets and delivering services within financial constraints.
- Ability to represent and negotiate on behalf of the council in various forums.
- Excellent risk management, performance monitoring, and value for money skills.
- Hybrid working environment based in Catford, SE6.
- Competitive day rate with immediate start.
- Opportunity to lead critical public service areas and make a significant impact on community welfare.
To apply for the Head of Housing Needs & Refugee Services position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
