Are you ready to lead a dedicated team making a real impact on people’s lives across East Kent?
We’re looking for a proactive, supportive and organised Team Leader to line-manage our Housing Support Workers and work closely with the Service Manager to deliver a high-quality, outcome-driven service.
The overarching aim of the project is to increase the number of people entering structured drug and alcohol treatment while helping them maintain stable and secure housing, and you’ll play a key part in driving this forward.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the East Kent Housing Support service by:
- Allocating caseloads and managing a small number of complex cases
- Supporting, developing and motivating your team
- Meeting performance targets set by Forward and Grant Funding Commissioners
- Ensuring data accuracy and on-time reporting
- Deputising for the Service Manager when needed and acting as the most senior on-site representative
Collaboration is at the heart of the role. You’ll work closely with Local Authority Housing Teams, partner agencies and other Forward departments to ensure clients receive the best possible support and continuity of care.
What success looks like
- You’ll help deliver key outcomes, including:
- Improved recovery rates for people in structured treatment
- Reduced unplanned discharge from treatment where housing needs are a factor
- Better support for people in temporary accommodation with substance misuse needs
- Fewer accommodation losses linked to substance misuse
- Improved access to sustainable, suitable housing
- Reduced unmet housing need for those in drug and alcohol treatment
- Stronger evidence and understanding of effective housing-related interventions
What we’re looking for
Someone who’s confident, flexible and committed, able to travel across East Kent when needed, build strong professional relationships, and uphold the high standards expected of this trusted position.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and support people towards recovery and secure housing, we’d love to hear from you.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
We reserve the right to close this advert, so early applications are encouraged