Team Manager (Housing and Homelessness)

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EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING
Housing Services

Team Manager (Housing and Homelessness)

35 hours per week
Permanent
£40,608 - £43,054 (including Distant Islands Allowance)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated housing professional to join the Management team of our Housing and Homelessness Service.

This is a varied role with responsibility for the day to day management of the housing and homelessness service, contributing to the management and coordination of strategy, policy and planning across Housing Services and Papdale Halls of Residence.

We are looking for an experienced housing professional with skills in staff management and supervision, knowledge of current legislation and good practice in housing. You will have a commitment to providing a high level of customer care and be a good, confident communicator who is able to cope with a wide variety of situations. In addition, the post requires a flexible attitude and the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes in legislation.

The successful candidate will be required to meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

You will be required to attend training courses within and outwith Orkney.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Lesley Mulraine, Service Manager (Housing, Homelessness and Schoolcare Accommodation) on 01856 873535 extension 2174 or email lesley.mulraine@orkney.gov.uk.

Closing Date: Sunday 4 June 2023

Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for this post in accordance with Council policy.