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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £97,746 - £103,605 a year plus £3990 car benefit allowance Hours per week: As and when required Contract type: PermanentAre you ready to lead a bold, values-driven housing agenda and shape the future of housing in one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic towns? Luton Council is seeking a Director of Housing to lead and transform high-performing, customer-focused services across housing operations, needs and homelessness playing a pivotal role in delivering our ambitious Luton 2040 vision to eradicate poverty, reduce inequality, and ensure access to good quality, affordable homes in a vibrant, forward-thinking town. As Director of Housing, you will be the Council’s strategic and operational lead for all housing functions, with responsibility for a £22 million budget, 7,700 council homes, and services supporting our 225,000 residents including more than 1,100 in temporary accommodation.You will be accountable for:•Fulfilling all statutory housing duties, including homelessness prevention, HRA business planning, and compliance with key legislation and regulation.•Driving transformation across homelessness, housing management and temporary accommodation, with a strong emphasis on tenant satisfaction, service excellence and financial sustainability.•Advising and working with elected Members to shape strategy, policy and delivery aligned to Luton 2040.•Leading effective engagement with tenants, leaseholders and community panels to ensure inclusive and responsive services.•Working collaboratively with the Director of Property and Housing Delivery to ensure tenants and leaseholders receive good value and effective repairs, asset and estate management services•Act as Board Member on our wholly owned company Foxhall Homes to ensure affordable housing delivery and the effective sourcing and acquisition of temporary accommodation. Acting as Luton’s housing ambassador locally, sub-regionally and nationally.This is a role with real impact, addressing poverty, contributing to climate goals through sustainable homes, and improving wellbeing for some of the town’s most vulnerable residents.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a housing leader with:•Significant senior experience in local authority housing services, with a strong understanding of the Housing Act, HRA, and regulatory frameworks.•A track record of transformation, innovation and delivering improved outcomes in complex housing environments.•Strategic vision combined with operational grip – able to manage risk, assure compliance, and inspire large multidisciplinary teams.•Political astuteness and the ability to influence and collaborate across organisational and sector boundaries.•A strong personal commitment to inclusion, social justice and improving life chances.Join us and be part of a council that is determined to make a lasting difference.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision.<h2>Application Process</h2>For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultant at Penna:Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: <a href="mailto:bruna.varante@penna.com" target="_blank">bruna.varante@penna.com</a> Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: <a href="mailto:ali.tasker@penna.com" target="_blank">ali.tasker@penna.com</a> Amin Aziz – 07709 514141 or email <a href="mailto:amin.aziz@penna.com" target="_blank">amin.aziz@penna.com</a>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>To apply for this role, please click the link below:<a href="https://execroles.penna.com/" target="_blank">https://execroles.penna.com/</a>Closing date: 26th June 2025Longlist Interviews: 2nd July 2025 Final Interviews: 17th July 2025We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549527&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Cover Sheet.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549528&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: How to Apply.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549529&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Welcome Letter.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1549530&amp;ptId=11411" target="_blank">download: Director of Housing JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Housing Officer - £39,039 paHybrid Working - 3 Days onsite in Hemel HempsteadReady to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join our vibrant Housing team and help deliver outstanding, customer-focused housing management services to our residents.As a Housing Officer, you’ll be responsible for managing a designated patch of properties, taking on a variety of exciting and impactful responsibilities, including:<ul>
<li>Carrying out tenancy reviews and audits with residents in their homes</li>
<li>Housing management casework including Anti-Social behaviour, domestic abuse, abandonment and hoarding</li>
<li>Taking appropriate action regarding breaches of tenancies</li>
<li>Working with the other teams to ensure appropriate action is taken to deal with breaches of tenancies related to rent arrears</li>
<li>Assisting with Court processes and representing Hightown in Court where necessary.</li>
<li>Resident involvement throughout the week travelling across your geographical patch</li>
</ul>Each Housing Officer in the team has a lead role, enabling staff to specialise in an area of Housing Management (we're flexible if you have an interest in a specific lead). This may include:<ul>
<li>Anti-Social Behaviour</li>
<li>Domestic Abuse</li>
<li>Tenancy Fraud</li>
</ul>As part of your lead role, you will be expected to keep up to date with legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice in your key area as well as providing guidance to other team members when needed.Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year.The BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits which include:<ul>
<li>33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£39,039 pa for 35 hours a week contract</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee support and health &amp; wellbeing services</li>
<li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li>
</ul>If you are passionate about housing management and ready to make a positive impact, apply now!We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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