Scheme Manager - Housing in Loughborough

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a housing provider supporting residents aged 55 and over across sheltered housing schemes in Leicester and Blaby. We are looking for an experienced and approachable Scheme Manager to provide day-to-day support at a Leicester-based scheme, with occasional cover at other local schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with older people, is confident working independently and can quickly settle into a role with limited training. As Scheme Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the scheme and for providing practical support to residents. Many residents speak Gujarati or Hindi, so the ability to communicate confidently in either language is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities of a Scheme Manager: Support residents with telephone calls, appointments, correspondence and general enquiries. Help residents read and understand letters, forms and other communications, including providing translation support where required. Liaise with contractors, housing teams and other services to report and coordinate repairs and maintenance issues. Provide cover at other sheltered housing schemes across Leicester and Blaby when required. Has experience working with older people, ideally within sheltered or supported housing. Can communicate confidently in Gujarati or Hindi . Is organised and confident working independently with limited supervision. Is able to travel between schemes in Leicester and Blaby and holds a full driving licence. Is willing to complete a Basic DBS check. Can start promptly and become effective quickly in a short-term contract. If you have experience in sheltered housing, supported housing, housing management or a similar resident-facing role, we would be keen to hear from you If this Scheme Manager role is of intrest please apply or contact +447451262458