Community Manager

Emmaus; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a unique charity dedicated to transforming lives through community support and personal development. As a Community Manager, you will lead essential services that promote the welfare and growth of individuals overcoming homelessness. This role not only focuses on managing residential accommodation but also involves collaborating with staff and external agencies to ensure a supportive environment. By fostering personal development and well-being, you will help companions build confidence and skills, paving the way for their independence. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in community management and support services.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of residential accommodation and support services.
• Assess and approve referrals for new companions.

Skills

Community Management

Safeguarding

Mental Health Support

Resource Management

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

CLOSING DATE: 12 May 2025 LOCATION: Emmaus Greenwich SALARY: £30,000 - £36,000 per annum depending on experience TYPE: Full time

Emmaus Greenwich is recruiting a Community Manager to lead our support services, including effective safeguarding, managing the support of companions’ physical and mental health, safety, and personal development, and assisting and encouraging companions to move into independent accommodation, where appropriate.

Emmaus Greenwich is a unique charity that offers a home, work experience, and individual support for up to 45 people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work opportunities, and a sense of belonging.

At the heart of Emmaus Greenwich are our companions . Companion is the name given to people who live in an Emmaus community and contribute to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another.

Emmaus Greenwich offers an individual holistic package of support and a tailored development plan to support each companion develop new skills (or build on existing ones) to boost confidence, improve mental and/or physical health and wellbeing, and increase employability.

About the role

The Community Manager is responsible for the overall management of the residential accommodation. This role involves taking responsibility for the management of all activities relating to the welfare, care and development of companions, in a manner which embodies the Emmaus ethos. The Community Manager takes responsibility for ensuring that companion support is appropriate for individual needs and is delegated, administered, and recorded effectively.

This role requires taking a lead with assessing and approving referrals for new companions. It involves supporting and managing other members of staff in the running of, and maintaining the well-being of, Emmaus Greenwich. The Community Manager will deliver sustainability by overseeing costs and ensuring efficient resource management, and work with external agencies to ensure a stream of appropriate referrals.

About Emmaus

Emmaus is a unique, secular organisation supporting people affected by homelessness and social exclusion. There are currently over 30 Emmaus communities across the UK, stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales. Collectively, the Emmaus Federation supports more than 1,000 people with experience of homelessness.

How to apply

To apply for this role please send your CV, covering letter and a one page explanation of how you meet the person specification [e-mail] or post it to: Emmaus Greenwich, 226 Elmley Street, Plumstead, London, SE18 7NN.

Our job pack below is available for download and provides you with useful information about our organisation, the job vacancy and the application process. Please take the time to read this pack and our website to find out more about our charity, community and social enterprise.

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status, or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience