Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Housing role at West Lancashire Borough Council is a unique opportunity to contribute to the community's Housing Service. With a focus on continuous improvement and tenant involvement, the position is designed for a dynamic individual who values transformation and is eager to lead change.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in exceeding regulatory expectations and will work collaboratively with a dedicated team to enhance the lives of residents. By fostering a unified approach, you will help to create a seamless and efficient service delivery that resonates with the Council's commitment to excellence and community well-being.

Why Us?

West Lancashire Borough Council own and manage circa 6500 homes across the Skelmersdale and Ormskirk areas. The Borough is home to around 117,000 residents, over 4,500 businesses and currently supports just over 49,000 jobs. At West Lancashire Borough Council you will be joining a team that values responsibility, adaptability, and a customer-first approach, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for the community.

Your Role!

This newly created role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the community's Housing Service. The successful candidate will be required to undergo security checks as part of the Baseline Personnel Security Standard for accessing Government records. This will include a Basic DBS check.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• The opportunity for hybrid working
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Work life balance policies
• Support for your personal development

To find out more about your new role and for more information about West Lancashire Borough Council, please contact the recruitment team at 01695 577177 or email recruitment@westlancs.gov.uk.

If you require support with the application process, please feel free to contact the employability team at thenest@westlancs.gov.uk

Equal Opportunities:

Please be advised that a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position with West Lancashire Borough Council. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.