Retirement Housing - Scheme Manager

Job Description

Retirement Housing - Scheme Manager Location: Peterborough, The Acres PE9Salary: £28,606 (in probation) rising to £30,112The Vacancy 37hrs Monday - Friday 8.30 - 16.30The Acres - Peterborough PE9Our client is looking to recruit a Scheme Manager to join their Retirement Housing Team to deliver a proactive and responsive service to tenants living in retirement housing to enable them to maintain their independence, health and quality of life. The roleencourages tenant involvement in social activities and the wider community and facilitates effective joint working with external agencies in order to maximise tenant welfare.Please see the full Job Description attached. If you are interested in this role and have the skills and experience listed below, as well as a passion for the health and wellbeing of others, they want to hear from you!Knowledge & Experience

• A good understanding of the needs of older people.
• Experience of working with vulnerable adults and/or older people.
• Experience working in housing, health or social care.
• Experience of partnership working with other agencies.
• Experience of carrying out assessments and identifying needs.
• Experience of involving customers in decision making and service provision.
• Experience of working to health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of the welfare benefits system.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to relate to a diverse group of older people.
• Ability to work effectively on your own; as a team member and with other agencies.
• Good IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good personal organisation, record keeping and prioritising skills.

Enhanced DBS check required.Full U.K. driving licence and access to a vehicle for work is required.