Supported Housing Manager

Essex County Council; Essex; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Essex is seeking a Supported Housing Manager to oversee its Supported Housing and Day Care services. The ideal candidate will manage various aspects including compliance, safeguarding, and budget oversight. The role demands strong leadership and communication skills, along with experience in managing supported housing. This full-time role offers excellent benefits including a Local Government pension scheme and generous annual leave. The closing date for applications is 4th January 2026.

Benefits

Local Government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing staff and services in supported housing.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Telecare systems, and housing governance.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and high-quality service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Supported Housing, Telecare, and Day Care services.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with stakeholders.
• Oversee performance management and contract monitoring.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Partnership working

Education

Degree-level education in Housing or Management

Job description

Supported Housing Manager

Harlow District Council

Permanent, Full Time

£58,441 - £60,717 per annum, Grade 18

Location: Harlow

Closing Date : 4th January 2026

Essex County Council are delighted to be supporting Harlow District Council with the recruitment of the role of Supported Housing Manager.

Harlow Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supported Housing Manager to lead our Supported Housing and Day Care Services. You will be responsible for the overall management of services including Telecare emergency alarms and the Leah Manning Day Centre, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. You’ll also lead on safeguarding vulnerable adults, develop housing support policies, and represent the Council at various levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Supported Housing, Telecare, and Day Care services.
• Develop and implement policies and strategies for housing support for older people.
• Act as the corporate lead officer for safeguarding vulnerable adults.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee performance management and contract monitoring.
• Manage capital and revenue budgets.
• Ensure customer engagement and feedback systems are in place.
• Represent the Council at local, county, and sub-regional levels.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree-level education in Housing or Management (or equivalent).
• Proven experience managing staff and services in supported housing.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Telecare systems, and housing governance.
• Experience in budget management, policy development, and partnership working.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and high-quality service delivery.

The successful applicant will be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference to the lives of older residents.

Harlow Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We offer flexibility with purpose through our Dynamic Working approach. While office-based work is the norm, most full‑time employees attend the workplace at least four days a week (pro rata).

We also support a range of flexible arrangements to help balance work and personal life. Our excellent benefits include the Local Government pension scheme, generous annual leave, wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the Essential Criteria on the Employee Profile.