Deputy Housing Manager

An established housing organisation is seeking a Deputy Housing Manager to support the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality housing and facilities service. The role supports the Manager in ensuring properties, communal areas and associated services are well managed, safe and welcoming, while providing supervision of staff when required.

Working Hours:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am - 5:30pm, with flexibility to cover annual leave and holidays when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of residential properties and communal areas, ensuring maintenance, repairs and safety checks are completed in line with service standards

• Assist with tenancy management, including new tenant sign-ups, inspections, inventory checks and maintenance issues.

• Provide advice and support to tenants tenancy-related matters

• Act as the lead point of contact in the Manager's absence, supervising staff& casual workers

• Liaise with contractors and internal teams regarding maintenance, health & safety and service delivery

• Maintain accurate records using internal systems and IT systems

• Respond appropriately to emergencies and incidents in line with procedures

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong written, verbal and numerical skills

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload with minimal supervision

• Experience within housing, care, or similar is advantageous

• Confidence working with a wide range of people and handling sensitive situations professionally

• Basic IT skills, including email and record keeping

• Previous supervisory experience is desirable but not essential

Qualifications:

• Qualification in Housing or a related discipline (e.g. HNC / SVQ Level 2 or equivalent) - desirable

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