Delivering for Derby
Our mission
Our mission is to provide:
High quality services for people, homes and communities.
This supports the Council’s vision for Derby, which is to be:
Better together… better outcomes for the city, with the city
Our values
Our core values are clear in everything we do, and how we operate. We expect our Board and employees to follow our core values, which serve as guidelines for our conduct and behaviour to help us achieve our mission.
Attitude
We embrace a culture that puts our customers first, adopting a practical and innovative approach to delivering our services.
Resilience
We adapt to changing situations, with a clear focus on prioritising what our customers need.
Co-delivery
We recognise the strength of effective partnerships.
Engagement
Customers are represented at every level of our organisation.
Equalities
We strive to understand and enable personalised solutions and meet the needs of our communities.
Excellence
We pride ourselves in striving for excellence.
Good Employer
We value our employees.
Integrity
We are open and honest and we aim to keep our promises.
Learning
We improve our services by listening to feedback and learning from others.
Value for Money
We manage our services efficiently, effectively and economically.
Work Safely
We prioritise health and safety for customers and staff.
Strategic objectives
The strategic objectives and related initiatives for Derby Homes are set out below. The initiatives form part of our Service Work Plans and the Consolidated Improvement Plan. Our progress against targets is monitored by Derby City Council, Derby Homes Executive and reported to the Derby Homes Board.
Objective 1
Service that puts our customers first
Objective 2
Quality homes and contributing to sustainable communities
Objective 3
Reducing homelessness and enabling access to affordable housing
Objective 4
Value for money is a consideration in everything we do
Delivering for Derby
Our work is aligned to the Council’s key outcome areas in the Council Plan 2022 – 2025. We will make a positive contribution in each of the following areas:
- Green City
- City of Growth
- Vibrant City
- Resilient City
Green City
Council Plan outcome
For a compact city we have a lot of green spaces. In the face of climate change we will lead communities and partners to make a difference. We must work together as a city to tackle the climate change emergency, promoting more sustainable ways of living.
Our contribution
We will work together as a city to tackle the climate change emergency, promoting more sustainable ways of living, in particular aiming to make our homes, greener, warmer and more affordable for our tenants.
City of growth
Council Plan outcome
Our city is home to some significant employers, and we have a strong history of manufacturing and innovation. We want to diversify and grow. Our ambition is to be a smart, super connected city that has the right skills, jobs, and space for the future.
Our contribution
We will continue to support individuals through our successful apprenticeship scheme, working with schools and colleges to promote this as an opportunity of choice. Working with partners we will encourage opportunities for our tenants to enter employment and training.
Vibrant city
Council plan outcome
Derby is a historic city and a UNESCO world heritage site. We are putting culture at the heart of the city, reinvigorating our city centre and developing our cultural offer.
Our contribution
We will work with our partners to ensure that culture is accessible to all our communities and encouraging our offer to be reflective of our citizens needs and desires.
Resilient city
Council plan outcome
There are over 4,000 community and voluntary groups in Derby. Building on our strong sense of pride and community, we’re determined to reduce inequalities and improve health and wellbeing across the city; unlocking the potential within our communities.
Our contribution
We are well placed within communities, supporting some of our most vulnerable citizens to access opportunities helping them to unlock their individual potential.