Homelessness Prevention & Assessments Team Leader

Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Deep expertise in homelessness and housing legislation, including the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

• Strong leadership experience managing teams, driving performance, and improving services.
• Excellent analytical, decision‑making and communication skills for complex casework and stakeholder engagement.
• Commitment to equality, high‑quality customer service, and supporting vulnerable residents effectively.

What’s the role?

A homelessness team leader plays a pivotal role in guiding frontline services that support people experiencing or at risk ...