Deputy Scheme Manager

Deputy Scheme Manager (Part-Time, 17.5 hours per week)

Location: Extra Care Social Housing Retirement Scheme, Reading

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of older and vulnerable people? Do you want to contribute to a safe, supportive community where residents can live independently? If this resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you!

We're looking for a Deputy Scheme Manager to help manage our extra care scheme. In this role, you’ll work alongside the Scheme Manager, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the residential apartments and community facilities. You'll be responsible for key areas such as managing voids, arrears, and ensuring compliance with fire safety standards. Effective communication with residents and stakeholders is at the heart of what you’ll do, ensuring everyone feels supported and engaged. You’ll also work closely with the Asset team to deliver improvements that enhance the living environment.

In summary, you will help residents live independently in a positive, supportive environment, making sure their needs are met and that they feel empowered. You’ll be responsible for managing health and safety compliance, including achieving fire safety targets, to ensure a safe living space for everyone. You will also oversee voids, arrears, and the day-to-day operations of the scheme, ensuring smooth and efficient management. By working closely with the team, residents, and stakeholders, you will foster a thriving, engaged community that embodies the values of kindness, respect, and collaboration.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with older or vulnerable people in scheme housing management.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting residents.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance.
• Organisational and time management skills with a positive, “can-do” attitude.
• Experience in managing mixed tenure extra care or retirement schemes is a plus.

A full driving license and enhanced DBS are required for this role.

Our Values:
At our core, we believe in being kind, doing the right thing, loving new ideas, celebrating diversity, keeping our promises, and pulling together as a team.

Benefits:

• 30 days' annual leave (pro-rated) plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including healthcare, dental care, and more
• 4x Life Assurance
• Paid apprenticeship programs and professional qualifications
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Family-friendly policies
• Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1

Ready to Apply?
Please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your CV along with a brief personal statement about why you’d be a great fit for this role.

If you have any questions, feel free to email Julie-Ann, Talent Specialist, at Julie-Ann.O'Malley@peabody.org.uk.

Join us in creating a welcoming, independent living environment where residents can flourish!

Interviews will be taking place week commencing 28 October.

As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

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