HB Team Leader

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file.

BAND:  5

JOB PURPOSE:
The HB Team Leader will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and support of staff within front line operational teams within the HB units, and providing support for the HB management team, including provision of information and statistics, and involvement in policy development and training where required. 

REQUIREMENTS:
1. Either
i) Possess a degree or equivalent level qualification (Level 6*)
AND one year’s relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function
OR
ii) Possess a BTEC Higher Cert/Diploma or equivalent level qualification (Level 5*).
AND can demonstrate at least 2 years’ relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function.
OR
iii) Can demonstrate at least three years’ relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function.
AND can demonstrate continued professional development including the attainment of relevant learning / qualifications.

*Refer to Qualifications Framework
It is the responsibility of the candidate to demonstrate equivalency

APPLICATION PROCESS
Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions.

Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.

The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.