Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Temporary Housing Caseworker to manage a small but complex caseload within our specialist housing service. This role involves overseeing and managing three key teams, ensuring effective case management and compliance with housing legislation.

• Managing Teams - Oversee the Cessation of Duty, Resilience (Domestic Abuse), and No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) teams, ensuring efficient case handling and decision-making.
• Cessation of Duty - Managing cases where housing duties end due to refusals, rent arrears, or other reasons.
• Resilience (Domestic Abuse Team) - Supporting households affected by domestic abuse.
• No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) - Assisting families under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989 and supporting individuals under the Homes for Ukraine scheme.

• Strong knowledge of Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended).
• Understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and Children Act 1989.
• Experience managing complex housing cases, particularly those involving vulnerable individuals.
• Proven experience in managing and leading teams within a housing or social care environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.

• Hybrid working - Primarily remote with some office-based work.
• Leadership opportunity - Manage specialist teams handling high-impact cases.
• Professional environment - Work alongside experienced housing professionals.

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