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Scheme Manager

Job Description

Scheme Manager
Bognor Regis
Over 60s Service
6 Month Contract
35 Hours
£20.81 LTD / £17.74 PAYE (inc. hol)


One of the UK's largest housing associations is recruiting for a Scheme Manager in Bognor Regis, supporting a vibrant over-60s community in independent living flats.

THE ROLE
As a Scheme Housing Officer, you'll be responsible for ensuring that the housing schemes are safe, attractive, and effectively managed. Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting as the custodian for schemes, managing day-to-day operations and ensuring a safe environment.
  • Conducting annual home visits, tenancy audits, and regular resident welfare checks.
  • Providing tenancy management services, including income maximisation, lettings, and addressing anti-social behaviour.
  • Collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to address repairs and maintenance issues.
  • Supporting residents in accessing appropriate care or support services when required.
  • Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation through regular scheme inspections.
  • Promoting resident involvement in community decisions and activities.


THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar housing or support role and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Essential requirements include:

  • Previous experience in supported housing or care-related services, ideally with older adults.
  • A proactive, customer-focused approach to delivering excellent service.
  • Resilience and self-motivation to work independently across multiple schemes.
  • Strong communication skills in person, via phone, and in writing.
  • A full driving licence and access to a vehicle or evidence of the ability to meet travel requirements.


THE CONTRACT

  • 35 hours per week (7 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours between 8:00 and 18:00).
  • 6 Month Contract, potential for becoming permanent beyond this.
  • The pay for the role is £20.81 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is £17.74 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.


HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call on 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!