Housing & Debt Supervisor - Legal Aid Services

Housing & Debt Supervisor – Legal Aid Services

Derbyshire/Tamworth area | Full-time | £32,000 – £36,000

A leading not-for-profit provider of Legal Aid housing advice is looking for an experienced caseworker ready to step into a supervisory role. If you’ve spent the past few years building up your expertise in housing law, this is a great opportunity to stretch into leadership while continuing to make a direct difference.

The Role

• Oversee a small team delivering housing and debt advice under the HLPAS and Legal Aid Standard Contracts.
• Carry your own caseload and represent clients in a variety of housing matters: possession, eviction, homelessness, ASB, and more.
• Deliver advice in-person across the Derby, Tamworth, and Swadlincote areas.
• Work a hybrid pattern: typically 2 days at home, 1 in court, 2 in the office.
• No formal advocacy experience required – just the confidence to negotiate and support clients at court.

? Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of housing casework experience
• Willing to undertake a short online supervisor course (fully funded).
• Strong negotiation, legal research, and time management skills
• Comfortable travelling to different sites and meeting clients face to face.
• Team leadership experience is desirable, but support and mentoring will be provided.

The Offer

• Join a supportive and experienced legal team with a strong mentoring culture.
• Real progression opportunities as the organisation continues to grow.
• Encouragement and support for further qualifications and training contracts.
• Meaningful, community-based work with a tangible impact.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Up to 5% pension contribution.

For more information or to apply, please get in touch.