Housing Manager independent Living
Posted:
3 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
31 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
For almost 70 years Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across work is guided by five core values Care Compassion Community Integrity and Excellence and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents colleagues and local are now looking for a dedicatedHousing Manager to join our team at Girton : Housing Manager - Independent LivingLocation: Wellbrook Way Girton Cambridge CB3 0GQContract: 35 hrs p/w Monday - FridaySalary: 36000 to 38000Abbeyfield are looking for an experienced Housing Manager ideally with robust experience in elderly social housing for our Cambridgeshire community led Green was purpose built in 2012 with onsite of the Housing ManagerCustomer & Tenancy ManagementLeasehold management services and tenancy agreements are effectively overseen to ensure a positive accommodation experience within a safe and secure environment. Customer expectations are proactively managed and high standards of service are consistently & Stakeholder ManagementLocal marketing activities are developed and delivered to promote the scheme and enhance its reputation within the community. Strong relationships with referral agencies social care partners and other key stakeholders are established and ManagementRental and service charge income is maximised through maintaining high occupancy levels and minimising resident debt. Staff-related costs are effectively controlled through efficient budgeting rota management and monitoring of timesheets. Additional housing and property expensessuch as utilities and consumablesare managed within budget ManagementMaintenance and general assistant staff are effectively led understand their responsibilities and remain engaged and motivated. Appropriate staffing levels are maintained to ensure consistent service delivery. Staff development is prioritised to optimise performance capability and Risk Management & Quality AssuranceThe scheme complies fully with all relevant legislation regulatory requirements and internal Abbeyfield policies and procedures. An effective internal audit programme is implemented to provide ongoing assurance of compliance and YouYou have substantial experience working at a management level within a person-centred care and support environment ideally in a sheltered housing hold a Level 4 in Housing or willing to work towards achieving this bring strong knowledge and understanding of the national health and social care strategy for older have at least 12 months experience leading and managing teams including the ability to manage staff performance handle formal disciplinary processes and support the development and retention of Join Abbeyfield Living SocietyWere committed to recognising and rewarding our team members. Working with us comes with a range of benefits including:Up to 31 days paid leave pro rata including bank/public holidaysComprehensive inductionClaim back healthcare expenses with MedicashLife AssurancePay progression within role based on skills and contributionLearning and career development opportunitiesOccupational sick payCompany pensionDiscounted gym membershipCycle-to-work schemeStriving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisationOpportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discountsYou can find out more about what makes working for Abbeyfield great by visiting our website you would like to know more or arrange a visit please email
Required Experience:
Manager