Temporary Accommodation Reduction Specialist

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Location: Grays
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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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Posted: May 20th, 2026