Reference: CBC26043
Salary details: £41,771 to £45,091 per year
Job term: permanent
Appointment type: full time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Town Hall
Department: Housing
Division: Private Sector Housing
CBC26043 - Job description and person specification.
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Are you passionate about improving housing standards and helping residents live safely, independently, and comfortably in their homes?
Chesterfield Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Healthy Homes Manager to lead our Private Sector Housing Renewal function.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape housing improvement initiatives across the borough while managing key programmes that support some of our most vulnerable residents.
About the Role
You will lead the delivery and development of the council's Private Sector Housing Renewal Policy and oversee the administration of financial assistance programmes, including the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) service.
You will manage a team of Technical Officers and play a pivotal role in ensuring residents can remain safe, healthy, and independent within their homes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the Housing Renewal Service, budgets, performance, and legislative compliance.
- Developing and implementing private sector housing policies and strategies.
- Leading the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and associated financial assistance schemes.
- Managing significant capital and revenue budgets.
- Building effective partnerships with contractors, health services, housing providers, and other stakeholders.
- Producing and presenting reports to senior management, Members, Cabinet, and committees.
- Driving service improvement, performance management, and external funding opportunities.
- Providing specialist advice on housing, environmental health, and housing renewal legislation.
About you
We are looking for a confident and experienced manager with:
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of housing standards, housing hazards, and relevant housing legislation.
- Experience of supervising and developing staff within a service environment.
- Strong budget management and project management experience.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
- Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, landlords, contractors, and partner organisations.
- A relevant degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Management qualification or substantial management experience.
- Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel throughout the borough.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering Disabled Facilities Grant services.
- Knowledge of Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) requirements.
- Building, surveying, or related professional qualifications.
- Membership of a relevant professional body.
Why join us?
At Chesterfield Borough Council, we are committed to creating thriving communities and delivering excellent public services.
We offer:
- A rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference to residents' lives.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where service needs allow.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Ready to make a difference?
If you have the leadership skills, housing expertise, and passion to improve homes and communities across Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you.
Join us in helping residents live healthier, safer, and more independent lives in quality housing across the borough.
Informal discussions: If you would like an informal chat about the role before applying, please contact Jane Davies, Housing Director at jane.davies@Chesterfield.gov.uk or to apply please see below
How to apply
CVs are not accepted for this vacancy, please download and complete the application form and return it by email to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk. Your application must be received no later than the closing date shown below.
See our guide to applying for tips on how to complete your application form and for details of other ways to apply.
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.
Closing date: 16 August 2026
Provisional interview date: 24 August 2026
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