Group Leader, Housing Options Team
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have an exciting opportunity for a
Group Leader, Housing Options Team
to join the team based in
Barnsley . You will join us on a
full-time, permanent basis.
In return, you will receive a
competitive salary of £55,946 - £59,907. Were an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills. Were looking for an experienced, compassionate leader to head up our Housing Options Team. Youll make sure people at risk of homelessness get timely, trauma-informed support. In this pivotal role, youll uphold statutory responsibilities with fairness and respect, using your vision and leadership to prevent homelessness and enhance housing outcomes for Barnsleys most vulnerable residents. About the Group Leader, Housing Options Team role: You will: Lead and develop
the Homelessness Prevention & Relief / Housing Options teams, setting clear standards and nurturing a supportive, high-performing culture. Manage Queens House
overseeing its 24-hour temporary accommodation service for individuals with complex needs Deliver our statutory duties
under the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, ensuring robust decision-making, casework quality and compliance with the Code of Guidance. Improve outcomes
through prevention, early intervention and personalised housing plans, reducing rough sleeping and repeat homelessness. Lead the delivery
of Barnsleys Homelessness Prevention and Rough Sleeping Strategy, ensuring effective interventions and partnerships that prevent homelessness and support those most in need. Own performance and assurance : oversee national data returns, case audit, complaints/learning, and service risks; use data to drive continuous improvement. Work in partnership
with internal teams, registered providers, health and social care, voluntary sector and people with lived experience. Manage budgets and contracts , including commissioned services and temporary accommodation, achieving value for money and safe, legal practice. Safeguard adults and children , champion equality, diversity and inclusion, and embed trauma-informed, strengths-based practice. Represent the council
at local and regional forums; prepare concise reports and briefings for senior leaders and elected members. What Youll Bring Were looking for a strategic thinker, a skilled communicator, and a passionate public service leader. Youll need: Proven leadership
in homelessness/housing advice or closely related services, including line-management of multi-disciplinary teams. Expert knowledge
of homelessness legislation (Housing Act 1996, HRA 2017), the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Domestic Abuse Act duties, and allocations policy. Quality casework
experience (personalised housing plans, reasonable steps, priority need, intentionality, local connection). Partnership skills
that build trust and deliver joint solutions, including with people with lived experience. Performance and data confidence , with a focus on continuous improvement. Values-led practice : empathetic, inclusive, strengths-based, and committed to safeguarding. Ready to Lead? If youre excited by the opportunity to lead transformational housing work in a dynamic council, wed love to hear from you. Closing date for applications : Friday 16th January 2026 Interviews are scheduled to take place on W/C 26th January 2026 If you feel you have the necessary skills and abilities to join our ambitious team as our
Group Leader, Housing Options Team,
Click " apply"
wed be delighted to receive your application.
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- Location:
- Gb
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management;Management
