Scheme Manager

CIH International Housing Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Scheme Manager to support older residents in maintaining their independence and safety. This role involves providing practical assistance, managing housing needs, and ensuring resident wellbeing. You will play a vital role in the community, working closely with residents and stakeholders to enhance service delivery. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable adults while enjoying benefits such as generous holiday, professional development, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about helping others, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

30 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

4 x Life Assurance

Professional development opportunities

Two additional paid volunteering days

Family friendly policies

Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support to vulnerable adults is essential.
• Knowledge of housing management and safeguarding practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage practical needs and wellbeing of older residents.
• Conduct site inspections and meet with stakeholders.
• Promote resident participation and wellbeing through events.

Skills

Support to vulnerable adults

Housing management

Record keeping

Safeguarding knowledge

Driving and vehicle access

Job description

Are you personable, passionate and thrive working with older people? Do you have a natural ability to network and build effective relationships? If so, you could be a Scheme Manager at Peabody, helping our older residents to maintain their independence, whilst ensuring their safety and security.

Your typical day could start with providing practical assistance to a resident before you undertake a site inspection. Then you might be meeting with an internal or external stakeholder to effectively signpost a resident to additional or specialist support before you lead a scheme event promoting resident participation and wellbeing.

As Scheme Manager,you'll be at the heart of your Peabody community, playing a crucial role supporting the practical needs and wellbeing of residents. You'll actively work with residents in the management of their self-contained flat, developing and improving Peabody's service to them and ensuring we take full account of our older residents' needs.

Success in this role requires your presence at the sheltered housing scheme for five days each week.

Your role covers all aspect of housing management - everything from estate, scheme, and property inspections to identifying issues and capturing feedback to continuously improve our services and customer satisfaction. If you're energised by supporting your customers and, like us, committed to helping people flourish, we want to hear from you.

To be a success in this role, you're

• Experienced in providing support to vulnerable adults.
• Experienced working in housing.
• Knowledgeable of the importance of record keeping and understand safeguarding.
• A driver and have access to a vehicle with the appropriate insurance.

This role will require an Enhanced DBS check

Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody:

• 30 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Professional development by access to "paid for" apprenticeship programs and qualifications
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year
• Family friendly policies
• Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1

Are you ready to apply?

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Chloe Singleton at [e-mail]

We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.

Interviews will be taking place week commencing 12th May

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.