Community Manager (Over 55s Housing) Location: On site (Monday–Friday) Salary: £27,894 per annum (30 hours, pro rata of £32,544 FTE) Contract: 6‑month Fixed Term Contract Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week (9:00am – 3:30pm) About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and organised Community Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day management of one of our over‑55s homeownership communities. In this rewarding role, you will support residents by providing advice, guidance, and practical assistance, helping to promote wellbeing while ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on residents’ quality of life. Key Responsibilities * Deliver effective day‑to‑day housing management within the community * Provide support, advice, and assistance to residents * Manage contractors, repairs, and maintenance services * Oversee communal facilities and ensure high standards are maintained * Maintain accurate financial records, including budgets, income, and expenditure * Raise purchase orders and manage administrative processes * Work closely with Residents’ Committees and attend meetings * Liaise with statutory and voluntary organisations to signpost residents to additional support * Respond to emergency situations where required (including occasional out‑of‑hours support) About You To be successful in this role, you will have: * Experience in housing management and working with older people * Strong customer service and interpersonal skills * Excellent written and verbal communication abilities * Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office * Strong organisational and administrative skills * Knowledge of health and safety compliance * Understanding of the care and support needs of older residents * Ability to manage budgets and work independently while building relationships with stakeholders Please note: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. What We Offer * 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) * Two paid volunteering days each year * Flexible benefits package with access to discounts * Up to 10% pension contribution * Life assurance (4x salary) * A supportive, inclusive, and values‑driven working environment At Peabody, we are guided by our values: Be Kind | Do the Right Thing | Love New Ideas | Celebrate Diversity | Keep Our Promises | Pull Together Additional Information * You must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) * We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications 📅 Interviews: Wednesday 8th July 2026 Apply Now If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit an anonymised CV along with a short supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role
