Team Leader - Homeless Prevention Employment Specialist (HPES)
East Sussex County Council
Lewes BN7 1UE, UK
Published today
Housing services manager
Full Time
Job Description
The Role
As HPES Team Leader you will:
We are looking for candidates who:
This role offers the chance to support the delivery of impactful projects, drive change, and work in a supportive environment. You'll also have access to training and development opportunities.
Application Process
To apply, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above. Please ensure you address how you meet the criteria in your application or cover letter, drawing on relevant experience, education, or personal interests.
Interviews
Interviews will take place at County Hall in Lewes on Wednesday 14th January 2026. If you are unavailable on this date, please let us know, and we may be able to schedule another time.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Michael Selmes michael.selmes@eastsussex.gov.uk or Ben Morton ben.morton@eastsussex.gov.uk to request an MS teams call or phone call.
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About Us
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
The Role
As HPES Team Leader you will:
- Oversee a team of employment specialists supporting residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness to secure and sustain meaningful employment as part of the Connect to Work programme.
- Provide caseload management, ensuring the team are trained in all aspects of their role.
- Ensure the HPES service is delivered in line with the support employment principles outlined in the Individual Placement & Support (IPS) and Supported Employment Quality Frameworks (SEQF)
- Work closely with District and Borough Council housing teams, accommodation providers and community organisations to promote the programme and develop referral pathways.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Can plan and organise varied workloads, for themselves and others
- Can supervise, motivate and support staff
- Have experience of delivering customer focused services and engaging new participants onto programmes
- Can communicate effectively with diverse audiences, influencing and supporting change through excellent negotiation skills
- Can Interpret and analyse complex data
- Has working knowledge of employment and skills support particularly for vulnerable people
This role offers the chance to support the delivery of impactful projects, drive change, and work in a supportive environment. You'll also have access to training and development opportunities.
Application Process
To apply, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above. Please ensure you address how you meet the criteria in your application or cover letter, drawing on relevant experience, education, or personal interests.
Interviews
Interviews will take place at County Hall in Lewes on Wednesday 14th January 2026. If you are unavailable on this date, please let us know, and we may be able to schedule another time.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Michael Selmes michael.selmes@eastsussex.gov.uk or Ben Morton ben.morton@eastsussex.gov.uk to request an MS teams call or phone call.
https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/media/f31k3n5r/kim-ad-1080x1690.jpg
About Us
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.