Accommodation Manager | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Tunbridge Wells; Hybride; GBP 40 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card

27 days annual leave

Résumé du poste

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust seeks an Accommodation Manager to oversee staff housing on-site and off-site, supporting the Head of Facilities Management for Staff Residencies at Tunbridge Wells and 32 High Street, ensuring accommodation is available and fit for purpose.

The role includes reviewing rental charges, managing tenancy agreements, supervising cleaning services, coordinating minor building maintenance, and maintaining essential records within an NHS environment.

Responsabilités

• To manage the day-to-day Accommodation Service and to assist the Head of Facilities Management (MGH) in developing Accommodation services throughout the Trust. Continuous review of the Trusts Residential Accommodation requirements.
• Continuous review and analysis of budget reports, occupancy/void levels, various statistical returns, and staffing groups.
• To assist in Benchmarking Trusts Accommodation Services
• Development of a Faults and Damage Register and regular checks of all properties.
• Prioritise and advise the Estates Manager on Repairs and Maintenance and monitor all repairs undertaken by Estates or contractors.
• Support Estates manager in carrying out the Week Fire alarm testing and record results.

Description du poste

Accommodation Manager | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

The post holder will be responsible for providing accommodation both on-site and off-site for all appropriate staffing groups. To assist the Head of Facilities Management in providing all administrative and reporting functions necessary for the effective management of Staff Residencies in TWH and 32 High Street, Staff Accommdation.

Maximise income from Staff Accommodation by ensuring that all properties are available to let and are fit for purpose.

The Post Holder will also be expected to support the Assistant Facilities managers in other ad hoc duties.

The Post Holder will manage the Trust Staff Accommodation block (Tunbridge Wells), providing an effective and efficient Support Service to all Residents including:

Review and increase rental charges when applicable.

Ensure Tenancy Agreements are completed correctly.

Monitor the performance of Cleaning Services.

Arrange and Monitor all minor Building Maintenance

Main Duties

1To manage the day-to-day Accommodation Service and to assist the Head of Facilities Management (MGH) in developing Accommodation services throughout the Trust. This will include the following: -

Continuous review of the Trusts Residential Accommodation requirements.

Continuous review and analysis of budget reports, occupancy/void levels, various statistical returns, and staffing groups.

To assist in Benchmarking Trusts Accommodation Services

2To develop, implement, and maintain a Building condition schedule working closely with the Estates Manager to prioritise and facilitate repairs and replacements as necessary. This will include: -

Development of a Faults and Damage Register.

Regular checks of all properties.

Prioritise and advise the Estates Manager on Repairs and Maintenance.

Monitor and sign off as complete all repairs undertaken by the Trusts Estates department or their contractors.

To support Estates manager in carrying out the Week Fire alarm testing and record the results. Testing each call point on a rolling schedule over the year. (Training will be given if unfamiliar with fire alarm panels and routine testing)

3Responsible for ensuring that all Tenancy Agreements, records, and all other documentation are kept safely complying with the Trust's policies on Data Protection and Confidentiality.

*Please refer to JD for more details

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex.With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offerspecialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

At least 27 days of annual leaveplus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits

Blue Light card eligibility

And more,additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Nov 2026