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This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, focused on leading and coordinating initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation. The role is crucial in delivering proactive, outcome-driven solutions to increase move-on opportunities, decrease reliance on temporary accommodation, and enhance resident outcomes while minimising financial pressures on the service.
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Lead and manage a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Reduction team.
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Drive initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation and shorten the length of stay.
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Develop and implement sustainable move-on pathways, including access to the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and social housing.
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Identify barriers to rehousing and implement solutions to support residents into long-term accommodation.
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Build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, housing providers, and external partners.
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Support the delivery of housing transformation programs and service redesign.
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Use performance data and insights to monitor outcomes and drive continuous service improvement.
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Produce reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Requirements
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Significant experience in homelessness, housing solutions, or temporary accommodation services.
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Proven experience leading teams and driving performance improvements.
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Strong understanding of housing legislation and homelessness duties.
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Experience developing move-on pathways and housing solutions.
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Relevant housing qualification or equivalent professional experience (desirable).
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Project management or transformation-related qualification (desirable).
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Working hours: 37 hours per week
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Location: New Road, Grays, Essex, RM176SL, United Kingdom
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Work pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days work from home
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Bi-weekly schedule
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The role closes on 22nd May 2026, apply ASAP.
To lead and coordinate initiatives aimed at reducing the number of households in temporary accommodation
