Visiting Scheme Manager - Guildford

Clarion Housing Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing management company is seeking a Visiting Scheme Manager to oversee Reeve Court in Guildford. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills as you will manage building maintenance, coordinate contractors, and support resident well-being. The position offers a salary of £13,405.62 per annum for 20 hours per week. Ideal for someone with a good understanding of property management and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in management or a similar role.
• Ability to work independently with a 'can do' attitude.
• Understanding of building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the scheme and oversee repairs and maintenance of communal areas.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors on annual contracts.
• Carry out communal cleaning, gardening and window cleaning.
• Liaise with residents, contractors and clients to maintain good working relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT knowledge (Outlook, Word)

Relationship management

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Salary: £ 13,405.62 per annum

Job Location: Guildford – Reeve Court

Hours: 20 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Operating Company: Grange Property Management

Role

Grange Property Management are looking for a Visiting Scheme Manager to look after our scheme at Reeve Court in Guildford. With a ‘can do’ attitude you’ll prioritise and manage your own workload independently. This is a varied and customer facing role supporting residents in maintaining their well-being and independence.

Lone working is supported by your Regional Manager and Head Office Team along with a Training and Support Assistant.

You’ll be organised and able to work on multiple tasks, with a good understanding of building maintenance. You’ll be responsible for the general management of the building including organising repairs and maintenance of communal areas, and the structure of the property. You’ll also oversee contractors who are on annual contracts and carry out the communal cleaning, gardening and window cleaning. You’ll be an excellent communicator who enjoys working closely with people from all backgrounds, and you’ll develop and nurture good working relationships with residents, contractors and clients.

As the first point of contact for any resident complaints, leasehold enquiries or property alterations you’ll be able to advise and empathise with the resident age group which is typically 60 plus.

A good standard of IT knowledge and understanding is an important factor within the Scheme Manager role, as you will be required to use applications such as Outlook and Word.

Scheme information

The scheme is split into 4 blocks with communal gardens, car park with a dedicated managers space, a communal lounge, small kitchen, toilet and laundry room, a managers office and there is also a small guest room.

Responsibilities

• Manage the scheme and oversee repairs and maintenance of communal areas.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors on annual contracts.
• Carry out communal cleaning, gardening and window cleaning.
• Liaise with residents, contractors and clients to maintain good working relationships.
• Address resident complaints, leasehold enquiries and property alterations as the first point of contact.
• Utilise IT tools (Outlook, Word) to support workload and communication.

Requirements and Additional Information

• Travel across the region as required.
• Closing Date: Wednesday 17th September at midnight.
• This post is subject to Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance.
• You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.

Applicants progressing through our process should ensure their application is unique and not created with AI technology.

Note

To find out more about who we are and what we do, please review the full role profile before applying – Visiting Scheme Manager.