Team Leader - Housing Support
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a Team Leader - Housing Support in Dundee (in-office) paying £29,000 per annum to lead a team providing housing support services for vulnerable young people.
- Role
- Team Leader - Housing Support
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Dundee
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £29,000 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-29
The role
Action for Children is seeking a Team Leader in Housing Support to lead and support staff delivering person-centered services for young people experiencing homelessness or care experience. The role involves overseeing service delivery, managing staffing arrangements for a 24/7 operation, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for youth. Based in Dundee, the position offers professional development and comprehensive benefits.
What you'll do
- Oversee delivery of structured support pathways including referral and assessment
- Manage 24/7 staffing arrangements and on-call rota
- Provide supervision and guidance to staff members
- Collaborate with internal and external agencies for holistic support packages
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, risk management, and equality principles
- Promote best practice and facilitate practice meetings
What it takes
- SVQ 3 in Social Services and Healthcare or HNC Social Services plus management award (PDA)
- SSRC registered
- Previous experience supervising staff
- Experience working with children/young people with complex trauma
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Ability to work under pressure with challenging behavior
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, flexible maternity/paternity packages, pension with 7% employer contribution, staff discount portal, and Blue Light Card eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work setup?
The role is based in Dundee and requires an in-office presence for managing a 24/7 service.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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