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Jessica Reid

Burton-upon-Trent

Summary

A seasoned professional with extensive expertise in housing, homelessness, welfare rights, budgeting, and tenancy sustainment. Demonstrates proficiency in client record management systems and operational supervision, ensuring efficient logistical organisation and interdepartmental collaboration. Skilled in personnel motivation and performance management, fostering a productive work environment through professional networking. Committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable households.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Interim Service Manager (Maternity Cover)

The Bridge (East Midlands)
, Leicestershire
2024.12 - 2026.01
  • Delegated tasks effectively to maximise team potential and productivity.
  • Supervised and evaluated employee performance, providing construction feedback and identifying staff talent for a team of 7.
  • Identified service gaps, developing plans to strengthen or expand offerings.
  • Controlled expenses, advising on efficient use of resources to minimise unnecessary costs.
  • Forged partnerships with other service providers to boost signposting capabilities and diversify services.
  • Multi-agency collaboration and relationship management across multi-sector agencies to ensure consistent service delivery and positive outcomes for clients
  • Achieved increased performance against targets by X% resulting in accolade of highest performing team in the region this year.
  • Resource management to respond to demand on services
  • Deliver service presentation to governance board

Accommodation Advisor

The Bridge (East Midlands)
, Leicestershire
2022.07 - 2024.12
  • Manage caseload of X in fast paced high demand service
  • Conduct client needs and risk assessments; develop and implement action plans to achieve outcomes.
  • Deliver 1:1 and group support addressing housing, welfare, and resettlement needs.
  • Maintain accurate client records and monitor progress against KPIs and service targets.
  • Collaborate with multi-agency partners, providing professional challenge when required.

Supported Lettings Officer

The Bridge (East Midlands)
, Leicestershire
2021.03 - 2022.07

• Tenancy sustainment support for previously homeless and vulnerably housed individuals.
• Development of holistic, client-centred support plans.
• Delivery of Budgeting, income maximisation, and grant application support.
• Coaching clients to understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Accommodation sourcing and landlord liaison.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and person-centred working skills.

Operations Assistant

Riviera Travel
2018.06 - 2021.03
  • Co-ordinating tour activities for 80+ tour managers
  • Logistics organisation within budget
  • Administration and compliance including accident reports, timesheets and expense authorisation,
  • Cross functional collaboration to ensure smooth operations
  • Developed new process and reporting methods that increased efficiency, reduced costs and improved customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

University of Northampton
Northampton
2012.09 - 2015.08

Skills

  • Experience with client record management systems
  • Operational supervision
  • Personnel motivation and performance management
  • Logistical organisation
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Professional networking
  • Extensive knowledge on housing, homelessness, welfare rights, budgeting and tenancy sustainment

Timeline

Interim Service Manager (Maternity Cover)

The Bridge (East Midlands)
2024.12 - 2026.01

Accommodation Advisor

The Bridge (East Midlands)
2022.07 - 2024.12

Supported Lettings Officer

The Bridge (East Midlands)
2021.03 - 2022.07

Operations Assistant

Riviera Travel
2018.06 - 2021.03

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

University of Northampton
2012.09 - 2015.08
Jessica Reid