Independent Living Scheme Manager – Leeds (30h, 1-bed)

Sanctuary Group; Great Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (rising to 30)

Pension scheme with employer

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support and tools

Staff Networks

1 bedroom flat provided

Job summary

Sanctuary Group in Leeds seeks a Scheme Manager - Homeownership to deliver a high-quality housing management service, including welfare checks, compliance tasks and repairs follow-up, with a focus on promoting independent living among residents.

The role requires experience with older people in housing management, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently, with occasional travel and a full driving licence. A 1-bedroom flat is provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy to the equivalent of GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths.
• Some experience of working with older people and understanding their individual needs or similar.
• Ability to work alone and manage workloads to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Good interpersonal and customer care skills.
• Experience of using housing management software.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Occasional travel may be requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independent living and sign posting to appropriate agencies
• Encouraging residents to organise and get involved in activities
• Completing mandatory compliance tasks along with health and safety checks
• Reporting and monitoring repairs to conclusion, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed
• Wellbeing calls to residents via warden call system
• Providing cover at other schemes in the region for other Scheme Managers

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Interpersonal skills

Welfare awareness

Customer care

Confidential information handling

Independent working

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C or above)

Tools

Housing management software

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Sanctuary Group in Leeds seeks a Scheme Manager - Homeownership to deliver a high-quality housing management service, including welfare checks, compliance tasks and repairs follow-up, with a focus on promoting independent living among residents.

The role requires experience with older people in housing management, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently, with occasional travel and a full driving licence. A 1-bedroom flat is provided as part of the package.