Scheme Manager

Posted 28 July 2023
Salary Negotiable
LocationSouth West London
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
ReferencePROF_43597
Contact NameCaitlin MacNamee

Job description

We are currently working with a nationally recognised housing charity who are looking for a Scheme Manager to be based out of the Balham area.

The contract length is between 3-4 months with the possibility of a PERMANENT position upon completion.

The role is a full-time site-based position and is due to start as soon as possible.

We have a longstanding relationship with the client and consistently receive positive feedback from candidates working with them!

Our client is looking for candidates with experience working social housing sector and a fantastic ability to drive engagement and improve tenant satisfaction.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Carrying out risk assessments and welfare checks on residents

  • Performing estate inspections and reporting repairs to the Maintenance team

  • Monitoring and reporting any breaches of tenancy agreements

  • Ensuring properties within the scheme are not void

  • Resolving any instances of ASB

  • Being accountable for Health & Safety and safeguarding at the scheme

Skills, knowledge and experience required:

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Good organisational and time management skills

  • Experience resolving complaints or negative consumer feedback

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

  • Awareness of and ability to comply with relevant health and safety legislation

  • Experience working within a housing scheme

Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week

  • Monday - Friday 09:00 to 17:00

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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