Scheme Manager

Scheme Manager
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.

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• Carry out compliance testing, risk assessments, and scheme inspections, ensuring faults are reported and addressed.
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• Oversee cleaning and maintenance services, ensuring contractor performance meets required standards.
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• Provide administrative support, including maintaining accurate records and supporting resales.
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• Build and manage relationships with residents, service providers, and key stakeholders.
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• Support residents in maintaining their independence and well-being by signposting local community services.
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• Assist the Housing Officer in monitoring budgets and income recovery.
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• Handle complaints and resolve issues at the first point of contact where possible.
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THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar Scheme Manager role within older people's housing or supported housing.

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• Strong knowledge of housing services, compliance, and risk assessments.
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• Experience working with older people in a support capacity.
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• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with residents and stakeholders.
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• IT proficiency, including housing management software and Microsoft Office.
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• Full, current driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel between schemes.
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THE CONTRACT

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• Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
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• 3-month contract
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• £16.76 per hour LTD / £14.29 per hour PAYE (including holiday pay)
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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!