Job Description

Scheme Manager – 2 Month Contract

Join a well-established housing provider in a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of older residents. This Scheme Manager position is based at a retirement living scheme, where you'll play a key role in ensuring residents can live independently in a safe, secure, and well-maintained environment.

You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the scheme, ensuring the building and grounds remain compliant, safe, and welcoming. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with housing management or scheme management experience who enjoys building positive relationships with residents while maintaining high standards across the site.

We'd love to hear from anyone with experience as a Scheme Manager, Sheltered Housing Officer, Retirement Living Officer, Housing Officer, Housing Support Officer, or someone with a strong background in housing management and customer service.

As a Scheme Manager, you will be:

Managing the day-to-day operation of a retirement living scheme

Raising and monitoring repairs and maintenance issues

Carrying out health and safety compliance checks, including fire alarm testing

Monitoring the condition of the building and surrounding grounds

Building positive relationships with residents and identifying any wellbeing concerns appropriately

Liaising with contractors and internal teams to ensure the scheme remains safe and compliant

Providing excellent customer service while promoting independent livingI'd love to speak to anyone who has:

Previous experience within housing management, scheme management or sheltered housing

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A good understanding of health and safety compliance within residential buildings

The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload

Experience working with older people (desirable)

Good IT and administrative skillsKey requirements for this Scheme Manager role:

Available to start immediately

Full UK driving licence preferred, or the ability to travel to the organisation's main office when required

Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)The role is offering the following:

2-month contract

15 hours per week (5 hours per day, 3 days per week)

Preferred working days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday (flexible)

Potential to increase to 20 hours per week

£17.00 - £19.00 per hour (Umbrella), depending on experience

Opportunity for the role to become permanent following a resident consultationTravel & Location

This role is based in Warwickshire, at a retirement living scheme with occasional travel to the organisation's regional office when required. A driving licence is preferred due to travel requirements, although applicants with reliable alternative transport will also be considered.

If this Scheme Manager role sounds like your next opportunity, please apply now or get in touch for more information