Performance & Projects Team Leader

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Job Title: Performance & Projects Team Leader (OneTeam role)

Housing Options Team

Full Time: 37 hours per week - 2 year fixed term contract

Salary: Band 8 (£39,862 - £44,075)

(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)

This role is primarily office based - 2 days per week at Brentwood Office, 2 days per week at Rochford Office

Closing Date for accepting applications: 16th January 2026

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Performance & Projects Team Leader exciting opportunity to lead and deliver specialist projects that make a real difference in our communities.

In this role, you will oversee and deliver key projects, including commissioned services and targeted initiatives addressing domestic abuse, single-person homelessness and rough sleeping.

Drive excellence within the homelessness service by implementing robust performance frameworks and reporting mechanisms. Monitor service delivery, evaluate impact, and champion improvement through data-driven insights.

You will also need to demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience in project management and performance monitoring

• Knowledge or experience in the field of homelessness

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into actionable improvements.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills to engage stakeholders and inspire teams.

• Knowledge of housing & homelessness policy, procedures, and legislation.

• A valid driving license and access to a car
• A Basic DBS

For an informal discussion please contact Angela Abbott on 01277 312500 

The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Brentwood & Rochford Councils are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.