Team Leader - Housing Support

 

• Lead and motivate a team of Housing Support Workers delivering a county-wide service across West Sussex, helping people access and sustain settled accommodation while supporting their recovery journey.
• Provide effective operational leadership, including supervision, performance management, recruitment, induction and staff development.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, positive outcomes and effective risk management.
• Develop strong referral pathways and partnerships with housing, health and social care services to support people at risk of homelessness.
• Ensure wraparound support is available for individuals in emergency, temporary, supported accommodation or at risk of homelessness across West Sussex.
• Work closely with local authorities, housing providers and community partners to improve joint working and achieve the best outcomes for service users
• Monitor service performance, maintain accurate records and drive continuous improvement in line with programme objectives.

 

• Experience of leading and developing teams within housing, health, social care, substance misuse or related services.
• Knowledge of delivering high-quality, outcome-focused services and managing performance effectively.
• Good understanding of substance misuse, recovery and the challenges faced by people with complex needs, including homelessness.
• Excellent knowledge of Adult and Children safeguarding policies and practices and experience of embedding these operationally.
• Experience of working collaboratively with local authorities, housing providers, health services and other partner agencies.
• Knowledge of housing pathways, tenancy sustainment and homelessness prevention as well as relevant legislation would be an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire and support others.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook

 

 

• Enjoy a dedicated weekly Wellness Hour, access to our Wellness Hub, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental and emotional health.
• We’re committed to your development, with extensive training, funded learning, and pathways into senior or specialist roles.
• Benefit from transparent pay, a contributory pension scheme, and additional support through our wellbeing resources.
• Start with 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays(pro rata), increasing to the maximum 30 days over five years of service.
• Join a supportive, values-led team where you’ll feel encouraged and valued from your very first day.
• Where possible, we’re open to discussing working patterns that help you maintain a healthy work–life balance.
• Enjoy discounts on shopping, cinema trips, holidays and more, along with our Refer a Friend scheme.

 

 

If this sounds like you and you’d like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we’d love to talk to you 

 

 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

 

CGL points 31 to 33 (£36,101.10 - £38,114.53)

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

20/8/2026

13/8/2026

Mark Webb | Mark.Webb@cgl.org.uk

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