6 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Housing & Prevention Manager to support a team undergoing a significant service restructure.
The primary focus of this temporary role is to deliver the cultural and performance changes required to drive service improvements across the housing service.
The successful candidate will work closely with five Team Leaders who manage a total team of 25 Officers.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Lead and support the implementation of cultural and operational change across the housing and prevention service.
Work directly with five Team Leaders to guide and influence the performance and development of a 25-member team.
Identify and embed new working practices that align with the goals of the service restructure.
Monitor progress and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
Provide strategic support and guidance to ensure effective delivery of housing prevention services.
Support team leaders in implementing staff engagement and cultural alignment initiatives.
Promote a positive performance-focused work environment.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience in delivering cultural change and service transformation preferably in a public sector or housing context.
Demonstrated ability to support and lead teams through periods of change.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and support managers and frontline staff.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively at all levels.
Understanding of housing legislation (e.g. Housing (Wales) Act 2014) is beneficial but not essential.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Additional Information:
The closing date: 21/08/2025.
This is a temporary position (24 weeks) with flexible working options and a hybrid office requirement.
Location: Office-based in South Wales (minimum 3 days per week).
Proven experience in delivering cultural change and service transformation, preferably in a public sector or housing context. Demonstrated ability to support and lead teams through periods of change. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and support managers and frontline staff. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively at all levels. Understanding of housing legislation (e.g. Housing (Wales) Act 2014) is beneficial but not essential. Strong organisational and time management skills.