Head of Service Housing

Daily rate: £358.34 via Umbrella

Location: South West (Hybrid)

Hours: 37

Duration: 12 months initially

Reference: J88685

Venn Group are currently working with a Local Authority in the South West, who are seeking a Head of Service to Lead the management, development, performance and continuous improvement of all Housing services.

Responsibilities include:

• Work in partnership across the operational management board (OMB), senior management board (SMB), public and private sector partners, customers, and central government to drive the delivery of the Councils services
• Lead the management, development, performance and continuous improvement of all Housing services including, Housing Needs & Homelessness, Tenancy Services and Rent, and Private Sector Housing
• Be responsible for and contribute to housing strategic and business plans and effective policies that form a customer centric service
• Engage and work with the private sector to reduce the number of empty homes and create partnerships to address the council’s priorities
• Own and maximise the use of data, analytics and trends to drive continuous improvement and to use evidence-based practice to make informed decisions
• Identify the needs for affordable housing in the city and encourage the provision of new housing to address these issues
• Proactively develop and maintain partnerships with private sector housing organisations and landlords and create a customer centric service that supports tenants
• Oversee the effective delivery of income ensuring the council maximises income streams, collects the highest levels of rent, while providing an effective value for money

Essential Skills:

• Evidence of Continuing Personal and Professional Development (CPD) in relation to Housing Management Services
• Chartered membership of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) or working towards CIH or other relevant profession body
• A minimum of foundation degree/Level 5 qualification in housing management
• Evidence of controlling and managing substantial budgets

To apply for this role and for more information, please send your updated CV to Ashleigh Clarke at or call

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