Location
Vauxhall, South West London

Hours
37.5 hours per week

Salary
£38,292 per annum

About the Role
Join Thames Reach as a Senior Practitioner at the Lambeth Assessment Centre, a fast-paced service dedicated to supporting people experiencing street homelessness. The centre provides short stay accommodation and wrap-around support, working closely with external partners in physical health, mental health, substance use, and housing. Staffed 24 hours a day, the centre ensures rapid referral and transition of clients into stable, longer-term accommodation within 28 days.

In this role, you will directly manage the staff team and oversee day-to-day operations of the assessment centre. You will foster a culture of high performance, ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines, report incidents to senior management and commissioners, and develop strong partnerships with key agencies across London. Your leadership will be vital in maintaining the centre’s effectiveness and ensuring clients receive timely and appropriate support.

Thames Reach is committed to making the best use of your understanding, compassion, and commitment to help end homelessness. We are proud to be listed among the top 100 Best Workplaces in the UK, offering a rewarding environment to develop your skills and build a fulfilling career.

Experience
- Proven experience in organising and managing the operations of a complex, busy service.
- Experience in directly managing staff and overseeing the management of others.
- Strong financial management skills related to service delivery.
- Outcome-focused with a track record of achieving results in a fast-paced environment.

About you
- A decisive and effective leader who can inspire and motivate a team.
- An excellent communicator, able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of partners.
- Committed to high standards of health and safety and safeguarding.
- Passionate about making a difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness.

Qualifications
- Relevant qualifications or experience in social care, housing, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated.
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment screening including Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
- Commitment to Thames Reach’s values of diversity, respect, and inclusion.