Assistant Head of Home (Welfare Home)

The Supreme HR Advisory; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR advisory firm in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Head of Home to oversee the operations of a Welfare Home. The role involves managing staff, ensuring resident well-being, compliance with statutory requirements, and financial governance. Candidates should possess a degree in Social Work or Psychology and leadership experience in the social services sector. Attractive salary package and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Attractive Salary Package

Working days: 5 days

Qualifications

• Minimum degree, preferably in Social Work or Psychology, or relevant experience in the social service sector.
• At least 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience in a related field.
• Strong administrative and financial management skills, with proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective and lawful operation of the Welfare Home.
• Manage staff and ensure resident well-being.
• Maintain statutory compliance and facility standards.

Skills

Financial management skills

Supervisory experience

Proficiency in MS Office

Strong administrative skills

Education

Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

Company Benefits & Incentives
Career Progression Opportunities!
Attractive Salary Package
Workingdays:5days

Assistant Head of Home - Welfare Home / Social Service / Team Leading

Job Summary

To support the Head of Home in overseeing the effective and lawful operation of the Welfare Home. This role ensures the well‑being and development of residents, compliance with statutory requirements, and smooth day‑to‑day operations. The Assistant Head manages staff, maintains facility standards, supervises programmes and services, and ensures financial and administrative governance in line with the Destitute Persons Act, Welfare Home regulations and upcoming Social Residential Homes Act.

Job Responsibilities

Statutory & Legal Compliance

• Ensure staff are familiar with the Destitute Persons Act, Rules, Social Residential Homes Act, Operations Manual of the Home and Code of Practice for Welfare Homes.
• Maintain compliance with MSF guidelines, PDPA regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Implement recommendations from the Board of Visitors where applicable.

Welfare Home Operations

• Supervise daily care of residents and overall facility cleanliness (dormitories, toilets, kitchens).
• Oversee preparation and serving of meals, ensuring adherence to Food Safety & Hygiene Guidelines.
• Conduct frequent rounds to monitor resident well‑being and facility standards.
• Prepare duty rosters and allocate responsibilities to staff.
• Plan and supervise diversionary activities and outside employment opportunities for residents.

Administration & Records

• Ensure proper upkeep of statutory records, including Admission Register, Resident’s Property Book, Home Journal, Petty Cash, financial accounts, work/earnings records, and Visitor/Board of Visitors books.
• Prepare budgets, accounts, and reports as required.
• Supervise, train, and appraise staff performance.
• Organise staff development programmes and provide guidance to ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee financial management in line with Service Standards and internal guidelines.
• Monitor budgets and cash flow according to policies.

Additional Duties & Organisational Responsibilities

• Act as the Environmental Control Coordinator (ECC) for the Home.
• Plan, support and implement Business Continuity Management plans.
• Coordinate and manage the involvement of volunteers in the Home.
• Assist in planning and implementing work plans and SOPs with the Head of Home and Welfare Homes Management Committee.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Head of Home or CEO of the organisation.

Job Requirements

• Minimum degree, preferably in Social Work or Psychology, or relevant experience in the social service sector.
• At least 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience in a related field.
• Strong administrative and financial management skills, with proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to commit to weekend and evening meetings when required.

Interested applicants can send your resume to✉ kylergan.supreme(gmail.com) and allow our Consultants to match you with our Clients. No Charges will be incurred by candidates for any servicerendered.
The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd | 14C7279
Gan Kai Le | R23112683