Scheme Manager

IRIS Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing support organization in Northamptonshire is seeking a compassionate Scheme Manager to help residents maintain independent living. Responsibilities include managing tenancies, supporting vulnerable individuals, and coordinating community activities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a genuine passion for helping others. This full-time role offers a salary of £32,821 and generous benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Private healthcare

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a housing setting is essential.
• Ability to risk assess and provide tailored support.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and support their independence.
• Manage tenancies and oversee budgets.
• Deal with housing issues and support resident wellbeing.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable individuals

Strong organisational skills

Confidence to work independently

Solid IT skills

Job description

Overview

Scheme Manager – Northamptonshire

Salary: £32,821

Full-Time | 37 hours per week | Permanent Monday to Friday, hours can be worked flexibly between core hours of 8am – 6pm

Are you passionate about supporting people to live independently and thrive in their homes? We’re looking for a proactive and compassionate Scheme Manager to join our team and support customers with complex needs to maintain stable housing and improve their well-being.

This opportunity will involve working across two of our supported housing schemes for older people in Northamptonshire so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and help them settle in so they can live independently. Provide personalised support, including creating tailored plans based on each resident’s needs. Manage tenancies, such as keeping track of rent, handling empty properties, and arranging new lettings. Support resident wellbeing by encouraging involvement in activities and the wider community. Oversee budgets and help identify what services are needed. Deal with housing issues, including rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, and repairs.

What we’re looking for (Qualifications)

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals and within a housing setting. A genuine passion for helping people achieve their goals. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy, varied workload. Confidence to work independently and make sound decisions. An ability to risk assess situations and recognise where additional support is required An understanding of safeguarding practices. Solid IT skills and comfort with digital tools.

Benefits

• A competitive salary of £32,821 (including car allowance). 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 33 days with service). Generous pension scheme and enhanced family leave. Private healthcare and free life assurance. Access to a wide range of wellbeing tools, including a digital gym. Learning and development opportunities. Discounts on gym memberships and retail outlets.

Please note: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and must be completed and verified before a start date is confirmed.

Interviews are planned for W/C 29th September 2025.

Bpha reserves the right to close applications early in the event that a suitable applicant is identified. So please apply early to avoid disappointment!