Community Housing Manager

Havencare Homes and Support Ltd; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity providing housing support is looking for a Supported Housing Assistant to help manage safe and suitable homes for individuals with support needs. This part-time role involves liaising with tenants, conducting inspections, and identifying maintenance needs. Ideal candidates should possess a valid driving license and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Quality training and development

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend Scheme rewards

Vouchers for special occasions

Paid DBS checks

Qualifications

• Essential driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Desirable to have CIH Qualification L2/3 or similar experience.
• Interpersonal skills and adaptability are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with tenants to ensure safe and habitable homes.
• Conducting health & safety inspections.
• Identifying repairs and maintenance needs.
• Supporting benefits and funding eligibility.

Skills

Driving license and access to a vehicle

Great interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt and learn to new experiences

Ability to work independently and within a team

Confident to plan independent schedules

Education

CIH Qualification L2/3 or similar

Job description

Overview

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Reference Code: HA0925

Job Title: Supported Housing Assistant
Salary Scale - £25,500- £27,000 Pro-rata (subject to qualifications and experience)
Hours: 25-30; Part-time (Hours negotiable)

Location: Hybrid role with expectation to visit property location within Plymouth, Devon & Cornwall

Havencare is a forward-thinking and growing charity. We have been making a difference for 35 years, changing the lives of people who have learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, and other support needs. Our big aims include every person having a home that is right for them, and support for the life they choose.

At Havencare, first and foremost, we are looking for outstanding people who align with our values of Transparency, Quality and Engagement.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with our tenants and their network to ensure a safe, suitable and habitable home
• Health & Safety Inspections
• Identifying repairs and maintenance to maintain a high standard of accommodation
• Supporting benefits and eligibility for funding
• Welcoming and friendly approach to nurture stakeholder relationships

Qualifications

• Driving license and access to a vehicle (Essential)
• CIH Qualification L2/3 OR similar experience (Desirable)
• Great interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and learn to new experiences
• A willingness to grow your supported housing skills
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Confident to plan independent schedules

What we will provide

• Quality training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your skills and knowledge
• Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Big financial rewards through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Vouchers at Christmas, your work anniversary, and your birthday
• Paid DBS
• ...and more!

Working pattern

As a flexible employer we are open to discuss what work patterns are mutually beneficial to meet the needs of our tenants as well as staff.

Application details

Closing date: The closing date for this vacancy is 3rd October 2025. Applications will be considered as and when received.

If your application is successful, any offer of employment will be subject to:

• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and subsequent registration for the DBS Update Service
• 2 acceptable / satisfactory references
• Evidence of eligibility / right to work in the UK

How to apply: Please follow this link: https://havencarehomesandsupportltd.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening....

Additional information: Check the role brief and assignment information here: Supported Housing Assistant - Role Brief 2025.pdf

Note: If we receive a high volume of applications for this vacancy we might close the advert early