Job Description

Scheme Manager - Oysterfields - FTC until March 2023

The Scheme Manager is responsible for overseeing a dynamic team delivering flexible, open-ended packages of support, advice and assistance to people who have been homeless so that they are able to access and maintain a safe and secure home of their own.

This position will be overseeing one scheme in St Albans which houses young mothers and babies. Staff also provide a floating support service to try and assist people to maintain their tenancies.

We`re currently seeking to recruit to the part time role of Scheme Manager with the right values and behaviours who is able to encourage and nurture a positive workplace culture based on respect and dignity for those experiencing homelessness who are in need of support.

Who we are looking for

We`re keen to recruit someone who can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are:

• service users first
• Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
• Developing passionate and committed teams
• Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety

About the role

As a Scheme Manager, you`ll lead a team and be responsible for overseeing support, advice and assistance to people who are/have been homeless including the resettlement of mothers/babies.

We`re looking for someone who has:

• knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to homelessness, housing and the equalities act
• an in depth understanding of the multiple and complex needs experienced by homeless people
• previous experience of working in services for people experiencing homelessness
• previous experience of managing others
• previous supervisory experience

The benefits

In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (Pro-Rota for part time staff)
• \xc2\xa318,498pa for a 22.5 hour a week contract
• Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
• Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
• Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
• Annual salary and cost of living review
• Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
• Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
• Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a \xc2\xa3130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Employee assistance helpline
• Mileage paid for car usage

Closing date: Monday 31st July 2023

Interview date: Thursday 10th August 2023

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We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.

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Hightown Housing Association