Temporary Accommodation Team Leader

Job Details

London Borough O f Lambeth are looking for an Temporary Accommodation Team Leader to Lead a team of officers, you will be responsible for the operational delivery of the Council’s TA Placement or TA Management service, pursuant to the requirements of PVII Housing Act 1996 as amended.

  • Temporary accommodation includes accommodation provided pursuant to Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996, and any other temporary accommodation provision outside of this Act, including temporary accommodation provided for other services. With support from the Temporary Accommodation Service Manager, the post holder will be responsible for the agreements and contractual arrangements between the Council and accommodation providers by undertaking performance monitoring of the contractual and management agreements, ensuring actions are taken to address non-compliance.
  • Manage allocated staff and resources using core processes and procedures consistently across the assigned operational activities in an efficient manner that is in compliance with all relevant policies and guidelines.
  • Implement team plans ensuring that all team activity is undertaken in an effective and efficient manner to deliver the political objectives and priorities of Lambeth and to effectively manage risks.
  • Work in partnership with relevant internal and external partners as designated by the Service Manager for team objectives to deliver effective outcomes through collaborative, joined-up working.
  • Support the Service Manager where necessary to provide detailed information to inform Members of progress, performance and relevant customer insights across Lambeth.
  • Manage the day-to-day team operational activity for the defined services supporting the achievement of intended outcomes by using timely and relevant information to monitor and evaluate performance.
  • Working with the Service Manager, identify and implement opportunities for the continual improvement for the team deliverables and interactions with other areas of the Council to deliver the highest possible levels of service quality.
  • To contribute to the development of internal policies and procedures and support the achievement of corporate policies and objectives based on local realities.

Payrate: £215.23 umbrella