Homeless Lead Officer

6 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester City Council Full time

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary for one year to cover secondment

Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 25 June 2024

This role is subject to -

Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance - this post is subject to BPSS checks. You will therefore be required to consent to and comply with BPSS checking requirements prior to commencing in this post. This check involves verification of identity; nationality and immigration status; employment history (past 3 years) and basic criminal record check.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

This is a rewarding role which involves managing a staff team of 22 accommodation support workers and the smooth running of temporary accommodation. We are recruiting a Homeless Lead Officer for Manchester City Councils Shared Houses. There are 14 shared houses, each with either one or two staff and a hospital discharge accommodation, all of which are managed by the management team of a Team Leader and two Homeless Lead Officers.

The staff you will be joint managing support residents with accessing universal credit, bank accounts, drug and alcohol referrals, mental health referral, budgeting, getting formal ID, creating personalised support plans, listening to their concerns and needs and eventually moving them on to suitable medium to long term accommodation. The HLO will monitor, train and support staff to do this work, as well as assisting the Team Leader with the efficient running of the houses to Manchester City Council aims and objectives.



  • Manchester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Bolton Homelessness Prevention and Support Officer Job DescriptionCV-Library is currently seeking a highly skilled Homelessness Prevention and Support Officer to join our team based in Bolton. As a key member of our Social Care department, you will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable members of society.Your primary responsibility will be to deliver...

  • Homeless Lead Officer

    1 month ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester City Council Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Homeless Lead Officer to join our team at Manchester City Council. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for managing a team of accommodation support workers and ensuring the smooth running of our temporary accommodation services.Key Responsibilities:Manage a team of...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Combined Authority Full time

    Housing Solution Delivery ExecutiveIn this critical role, you will drive the delivery of the GM Temporary Accommodation Action Plan, tackling homelessness in Greater Manchester through six key initiatives: improving data, enhancing strategic collaboration, developing new supply models, elevating temporary accommodation standards, embedding co-production, and...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Pertemps Network Group Full time

    Pertemps Network Group is recruiting for a Homeless Support Specialist to join their team in Manchester.The successful candidate will have experience of support work and move on support work, assessing the needs of homeless applicants and matching cases to an appropriate move on scheme. Candidates will ideally have experience within homelessness and be able...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Pertemps Network Group Full time

    We are recruiting for a Floating Support Worker to join a team in Manchester City Council.The role holder will have experience of support work and move on support work. Working with homeless applicants, the worker will assess the needs of homeless applicants and match the cases to an appropriate move on scheme.Candidates will ideally have experience within...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Signature Personnel Full time

    **Temp-Perm** Signature Personnel are proudly recruiting an experienced homelessness night concierge on behalf of our client, a worldwide homelessness support charity. The site in question is located in the M4 area of Manchester. The role will become permanent on successful completion of a 12-week placement. The role involves the covering of reception...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester City Council Full time

    Company Overview:Manchester City Council is a forward-thinking organization committed to delivering high-quality services to its community.About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Commissioning and Contracts Service Manager to lead our team in commissioning and contract managing top-class services for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness,...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Action Together Full time

    Join Our Team:Action Together is a leading charity in Greater Manchester, committed to empowering individuals to make lasting positive changes in their lives. As a Homeless Services Leadership Role holder, you'll play a vital part in our mission to promote recovery, personal growth, and social inclusion.This challenging yet rewarding role involves managing...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Sanctuary Group Full time

    About the JobAs a Homelessness Service Coordinator, you will be responsible for working with adults who have experienced homelessness, providing them with the support they need to achieve their goals. This includes liaising with external support links, improving customers' confidence, health, and wellbeing, and offering training and encouragement towards...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Action Together Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced professional to lead our GMIRS Wellbeing Service, which provides 1:1 support and guidance to individuals on probation.This role is part of a partnership of charities working across Greater Manchester to deliver the GMIRS Wellbeing Service, aiming to reduce reoffending by improving participants' physical, emotional,...

  • Commissioning Officer

    6 months ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom RSR Housing Full time

    RSR is a public safety, Housing & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety & housing employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety, housing and enterprise security skills and experience. RSR Housing are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Manchester for a...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    There is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, dynamic senior leader to take up the role of Head of Operations for Addictions and Homeless Services. You will be responsible for the delivery of a safe and high-quality addictions and homelessness services that is both centralised inpatient care and partnership community services over a number of GM...


  • Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Action Together Full time

    We are seeking a highly experienced leader to join our team at Action Together as CEO - Part Time. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in the homelessness sector, looking to take on a strategic leadership role.The ideal candidate will have significant knowledge and experience of the homelessness and charitable sectors, with...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Reed Health, Care and Support Full time

    Are you an experienced housing management officer? Are you passionate about supporting people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless? If you answered yes then Reed has the opportunity for you! We are proudly working in conjunction with the local authority to provide housing support to those that are at risk being homeless. Your role - To support...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Purpose: - To deliver high quality housing options and advice to homeless households and others in housing need. Provide all aspects of casework from contact / initial application, assessment, decision, provision of prevention and relief assistance. Assist vulnerable customers to access and engage in services; offering advice and support on all options;...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester City Council Full time

    About the Role: We are seeking a Commissioning and Contract Service Manager to lead our team in commissioning and contract managing high-quality services for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, domestic abuse, and those requiring accessible advice services.Key Responsibilities:Lead the team to commission and contract manage services that...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Vivid Resourcing Ltd Full time

    Job Purpose: - To deliver high quality housing options and advice to homeless households and others in housing need.Provide all aspects of casework from contact / initial application, assessment, decision, provision of prevention and relief assistance.Assist vulnerable customers to access and engage in services; offering advice and support on all options;...

  • Allocations Officer

    6 months ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom RSR Housing Full time

    RSR is a public safety, housing & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety & housing employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety, housing and enterprise security skills and experience. RSR Housing are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Manchester for an...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Vivid Resourcing Ltd Full time

    Job Purpose: -To deliver high quality housing options and advice to homeless households and others in housing need.Provide all aspects of casework from contact / initial application, assessment, decision, provision of prevention and relief assistance.Assist vulnerable customers to access and engage in services; offering advice and support on all options;...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom RSR Housing Full time

    RSR is a public safety, housing & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety & housing employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety, housing and enterprise security skills and experience. RSR Housing are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Manchester for x2 Housing...