Job Introduction
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives during times of transition and need, this new initiative aimed at transforming the way temporary accommodation is delivered and managed is for you!
Medway Council have been acquiring its own temporary accommodation portfolio since 2024 to meet its statutory obligations on Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), as part of our investment and commitment to our One Medway Plan, where we believe everyone should have access to good quality and affordable housing. The use of temporary accommodation has significantly increased over the last few years, with a heavy reliance on nightly paid private sector accommodation where quality, location and access to local amenities can be challenging along with the ever-increasing costs.
This is a unique opportunity to help build a service from the ground up, working collaboratively across the Councils Strategic Housing Service and with its partners, to improve outcomes for households in temporary housing. If you're motivated by social impact, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and accountability — we want to hear from you.
We are looking to recruit a brand-new team to focus solely on our new temporary accommodation portfolio, if you feel you have the skills, passion, commitment, empathy and professionalism to help transform lives check out the roles available.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Dan Hill on 01634 334394.
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:
Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
Housing services are seeking a Rehousing Accommodation Assistant to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Important Information-
Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile
For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
