Housing Manager

Supported Housing Manager

Temporary
Site-based

The Service

42 self-contained units in a refurbished former hostel, supporting people who are homeless or at risk due to multiple disadvantage. Residents present with high complexity, including substance misuse, trauma, domestic/sexual abuse histories, mental health challenges, and offending backgrounds.

The Role

You’ll lead the day-to-day running of the scheme and manage a team of 7 Support Workers, 3 Concierge staff, a Cleaner and a Maintenance person. You’ll also be the main contact for the Council and oversee Housing Benefit compliance.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage daily operations of a 42‑unit supported accommodation service

* Line manage support and site staff

* Oversee trauma‑informed, strength‑based support delivery

* Ensure accurate Housing Benefit claims (Supported Exempt model essential)

* Liaise with the Council on placements, voids and compliance

What You’ll Bring

* Strong experience in supported accommodation

* Background managing homeless hostels or similar high‑risk services

* Experience managing support workers

* Solid Housing Benefit knowledge (Supported Exempt)

* Experience with complex needs and high‑risk residents

Desirable:
Social housing experience; managing multi‑disciplinary teams