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Merton & Kenley, Surrey
Older Peoples' Housing
3 Months
35 Hours
£16.76 LTD / £14.29 PAYE (inc hol)
One of the largest Housing Associations are recruiting for a Scheme Manager to oversee two older people's housing schemes in Merton (SW20) and Kenley (CR8), ensuring the smooth operation of housing services and promoting residents' well-being and independence.
THE ROLE
As a Scheme Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality housing services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents.
- Carry out compliance testing, risk assessments, and scheme inspections, ensuring faults are reported and addressed.
- Oversee cleaning and maintenance services, ensuring contractor performance meets required standards.
- Provide administrative support, including maintaining accurate records and supporting resales.
- Build and manage relationships with residents, service providers, and key stakeholders.
- Support residents in maintaining their independence and well-being by signposting local community services.
- Assist the Housing Officer in monitoring budgets and income recovery.
- Handle complaints and resolve issues at the first point of contact where possible.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar Scheme Manager role within older people's housing or supported housing.
- Strong knowledge of housing services, compliance, and risk assessments.
- Experience working with older people in a support capacity.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with residents and stakeholders.
- IT proficiency, including housing management software and Microsoft Office.
- Full, current driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel between schemes.
THE CONTRACT
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM 5 PM
- 3-month contract
- £16.76 per hour LTD / £14.29 per hour PAYE (including holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to or call 01772 208966 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!
