Job Description

Salary

39,862 - 44,075

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Package

26 days paid AL pro rata for part time staff, Flexi Scheme, Excellent contributory pension scheme, Cycle to work, Health & Wellness checks, Store discounts, gym membership discount

Date posted

08/09/2025

Job reference

HOUY25N004



Are you passionate about improving lives through accessible housing? We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to manage our Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) Scheme, ensuring residents can live safely and independently in their homes.

As Team Leader, you'll lead a dedicated team of officers and support staff, overseeing the full delivery of the DFG process from initial enquiry to completed adaptations. You'll manage complex cases, provide technical advice, and work closely with partners including Occupational Therapy, Adult Social Care, and contractors.

You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior staff, driving service improvements, and helping shape the future of the service in response to Local Government Reform.

What We're Looking For

Proven leadership and team management experience Strong understanding of home adaptations and grant delivery Ability to motivate staff and manage performance effectively Confident in providing technical advice to colleagues and stakeholders Experience in housing standards, occupational therapy, social care, or local government is highly desirable Comfortable representing the service at local and national levels


We're also exploring a Trusted Assessor model, a hybrid role combining grants and occupational therapy, so flexibility and innovation are key.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to making a real difference in people's lives. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to lead meaningful change in housing services.

For more information about the post please contact Marlene Rogers on 01243 534644.

Interviews to be held week commencing 8th October 2025.

Employee benefits include:

Excellent defined benefits Pension Scheme Minimum 26 days holiday going up to 31 days after 5 years (or before with previous service) plus paid Bank Holidays Flexi-time (available for most positions) - potential to build up an extra 12 days leave a year Flexible working arrangements including working from home and 9-day fortnight options Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their relatives Cycle to Work Scheme/Car and Cycle Loan Scheme/discounted city centre parking/ Lease Car Scheme Health & Wellbeing initiatives including free health checks and free eye tests plus subsidised leisure centre membership Payment of your main professional subscription fee. Training and development opportunities - including funding of professional qualification training Staff Awards Scheme


Chichester District Council has a commitment to Equality of Opportunity in Employment. If you have a disability which makes it difficult for you to complete our application form please contact the HR Section who will assist you.