Site-Based Sheltered Housing Manager - Lead 6 Schemes

Red Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local public sector organization is seeking an experienced Sheltered Housing Manager in Greater London to lead a high-quality housing management service for older residents. The role involves managing 6 housing schemes and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or equivalent experience and have demonstrable leadership skills in housing management. This is a site-based role offering a day rate of £350 for an initial 6-month contract.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing sheltered housing schemes.
• Proven experience leading housing teams and working directly with older or vulnerable residents.
• Solid understanding of housing legislation, safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory frameworks.
• Confident in data-driven decision-making and performance reporting.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build strong partnerships and deliver results.
• Enhanced DBS required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Specialist Housing Officers.
• Oversee day-to-day management of sheltered schemes.
• Drive efficient void management and minimize revenue loss.
• Manage rent arrears proactively and support residents.
• Coordinate social activities and maintain relationships with support providers.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure service continuity.
• Oversee budget planning and monitor spend.
• Report on performance and service outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and local authority policies.

Skills

Experience managing sheltered housing schemes

Leading housing teams

Understanding of housing legislation

Data-driven decision-making

Excellent communication

Education

Degree or NVQ Level 4 in Supported Housing

Job description

A local public sector organization is seeking an experienced Sheltered Housing Manager in Greater London to lead a high-quality housing management service for older residents. The role involves managing 6 housing schemes and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or equivalent experience and have demonstrable leadership skills in housing management. This is a site-based role offering a day rate of £350 for an initial 6-month contract.