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Homelessness Prevention & Relief Team Leader

Employer
Brent Council
Location
Wembley, London (Greater)
Salary
£42,684 - £45,585 p.a. inc.
Closing date
11 Oct 2020

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Sector
Housing, Sheltered Housing
Job role
Team Leader
Contract Type
Full time

Job Details

An excellent opportunity...

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

You will work within the Family Homelessness Team, a team that works with families that are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Your team will determine the available options and pathways for resolving threats of homelessness, manage service user expectations whilst working with them proactively to pursue their options. You will lead, supervise and support
your officers to empower service users to resolve their own homelessness and possibly future homelessness by providing a comprehensive suite of advice, assistance and support.

You will develop your team to work flexibly with households as we recognise that no two circumstances are exactly the same and the resolution pathway will constantly be adapted to each case.

The Person

You must be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Homelessness legislation and case law coupled with hands-on experience of preventing homelessness and making statutory decisions.

You will have thorough understanding of prevention options, extensive experience of preventing homelessness successfully with excellent negotiation skills. You will be experienced in people management and leading a high performing team.

A people focussed person, you will be passionate about customer service and take pride in delivering an excellent service. You will be highly motivated, ambitious, able to motivate your team and ready for a new challenge.

Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2020 (23:00)
Assessment & Interview Date: TBC

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Applications are particularly welcome from people with disabilities and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender) applicants as they are under-represented across the council.

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.

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What make us different?

Brent has a diverse artistic community, a wide range of cultural activities and award-winning parks. Each community in Brent has its own cultural celebrations including one of Europe's biggest Irish festivals and the Hindu Diwali festival, which attracts around 40,000 people each year. The borough is home to 'Mahogany', the innovative designer for carnival and theatrical costumes and the Tricycle Theatre in Kilburn. Brent, located in the northwest of Greater London, is one of London's most diverse boroughs.

Great values!

Brent It is one of the most culturally and racially diverse of all local authorities in England and Wales. Brent is working to be a safer, more attractive and more environmentally-friendly borough, with great opportunities for people to work and thrive.
 
Why work for Brent?

  •  Good road and rail links into central London.  Competent and skilled work teams.  A trusting working environment.  Very attractive pension arrangements. Salary progression. Free season ticket loan scheme. 


Would you like to work in a diverse and cultural environment?

Brent may offer the opportunity you are looking for.

Company info
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Telephone
020 8937 1234
Location
Brent Civic Centre
Engineers Way
Wembley
HA9 0FJ
GB

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