Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Thurrock Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate per day  which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist this role will be: RM176SL Hybrid 3 days office based.

The right candidate will:

The role will be responsible for driving a proactive and outcomes-focused approach to reducing reliance on TA by identifying, securing and maximising alternative housing options including Private Rented Sector (PRS) accommodation, social housing opportunities, move-on pathways and innovative housing solutions.

• Lead, manage and develop a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Reduction Team.
• Create a high-performance culture focused on achieving measurable reductions in temporary accommodation numbers and length of stay.
• Establish clear objectives, performance expectations and accountability arrangements.
• Monitor and drive team performance against agreed targets and outcomes.
• Support staff development, coaching and continuous improvement.

We require the following:

• Significant experience within homelessness, housing solutions, housing management or temporary accommodation services.
• Experience leading teams and driving service improvement.
• Experience developing housing pathways and move-on solutions.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,