This post sits within Brighton and Hove City Council's housing schemes, providing front-line tenancy support to residents aged 55 and over. The work centres on day-to-day support that helps residents stay independent, building a friendly community, keeping the building safe and secure, and responding to emergencies including alarm activations. The role suits someone who can manage a busy workload alone, ideally with experience in sheltered or retirement housing. The post is subject to a DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
What the job involves
- Provide day-to-day tenancy support to residents aged 55 and over to help them live independently and maintain their wellbeing
- Carry out regular wellbeing checks to confirm residents are safe, supported and accounted for
- Help manage the scheme and keep the building safe, secure and comfortable
- Respond to emergencies and urgent situations, including attending alarm activations when required
- Build a friendly, diverse and supportive community within the scheme
- Support colleagues in delivering the seniors housing service across the city where needed
What’s required
Experience
- Experience of working with people aged 55 and over
Skills & knowledge
- Managing a busy workload and working well on their own
- Communicating clearly, sensitively and with empathy, including in challenging situations
- Working well with residents, colleagues and partner organisations
- Helping to create a friendly, active, diverse and supportive community
Checks & eligibility
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Nice to have
- Experience in sheltered or retirement housing
What’s offered
- Pension
- Leave entitlement
- Wellbeing support
- Training and development
- Flexible working arrangements agreed with manager
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The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
