A key vacancy exists within the Homeless Team for a person who has the ability, knowledge and expertise to lead a team within this demanding and challenging area of work.

This is a challenging but rewarding role for someone who has experience of working with vulnerable clients and has the skills to work in a highly charged environment.

The successful candidate will be a motivational team leader and have excellent organisation, communication and performance management skills to ensure the statutory requirements of the homeless legislation and needs of the customers are met. Your role will include operational and service development responsibilities relating to homelessness prevention and assessment, staff supervision and caseload management. Due to statutory decision-making requirements of the post a detailed knowledge of homeless legislation, code of guidance and caselaw will be required.

For more information about the role and the essential requirements of the post please refer to the job description and specification.

What can I expect?

• This is a Full-Time post of 37 hours per week. Once fully trained to undertake all aspects of the role, it is likely that there will be a mix of office and homeworking possible.
• 30 days of Holidays plus Bank Holidays.
• Support and ongoing training.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A range of other benefits available to employees of the Council. For example, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health, and leisure providers.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Peter Myers.

Tel: 01924 304574

E-mail: pmyers@wakefield.gov.uk

Homeless Assessment Manager.pdf

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.