Head of Housing

Head of Supported Housing

We are the Housing Network (THN), a purpose‑led organisation working in partnership with the YMCA to support our communities. We are in an exciting period of growth and are looking for experienced and passionate people to help us support vulnerable individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

• Proven experience of working within a Supported Housing sector, preferably with people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage
• In depth knowledge and awareness of related housing regulations
• Understanding or experience of delivering Strengths based and Trauma Informed services
• Solution focused approach to delivering results, managing and mitigating risks and managing / resolving challenges.

• Accountable for all aspects of the operational effectiveness and continuous improvement of our Housing & Support (H&S) department
• Accountable for the development and management of a compliant Safeguarding Framework and process
• Manage and coach remote teams within a defined region to enhance cohesive working and embed a behavioural framework underpinned by THN’s values
• Working alongside the Director of Housing and Support and Chief Commercial Officer to maintain highly trusting and effective (Provider of Choice) commissioner relationships
• Accountable for the development and management of a high‑performance Housing & Support department team which consistently exceeds expectations

• Salary - £56,000
• 25 days of annual leave
• Blue Light Card

We believe our values should reflect in our behaviour towards our colleagues, partners and residents while we work to achieve our Strategy 2024>29. These values are Innovative, Dynamic, Dependable, Respectful, and Kind.

The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

As an employer we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience, demonstrating our commitment to capturing the value of "expertise by experience" and providing More than a Voice for our residents.

All job offers are subject to a DBS check (level to be advised through the hiring process) and references.