Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist
Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 15/05/2026
Job Information
Interim & Executive Management
City Grays
Province Essex
Postal Code RM17
Job Description
3-month contract position with a local authority
Summary
- This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, focused on leading and coordinating initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation. The role is crucial in delivering proactive, outcome-driven solutions to increase move-on opportunities, decrease reliance on temporary accommodation, and enhance resident outcomes while minimising financial pressures on the service.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Reduction team.
- Drive initiatives to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation and shorten the length of stay.
- Develop and implement sustainable move-on pathways, including access to the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and social housing.
- Identify barriers to rehousing and implement solutions to support residents into long-term accommodation.
- Build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, housing providers, and external partners.
- Support the delivery of housing transformation programs and service redesign.
- Use performance data and insights to monitor outcomes and drive continuous service improvement.
- Produce reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Requirements
- Significant experience in homelessness, housing solutions, or temporary accommodation services.
- Proven experience leading teams and driving performance improvements.
- Strong understanding of housing legislation and homelessness duties.
- Experience developing move-on pathways and housing solutions.
- Relevant housing qualification or equivalent professional experience (desirable).
- Project management or transformation-related qualification (desirable).
Additional Information
- Working hours: 37 hours per week
- Work pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days work from home
- The role closes on 22nd May 2026, apply ASAP.
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