Assisted Living Manager

Location:

Peterborough (PE5) – Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom

Salary:

Up to £35683 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Health, Nursing & Social Services Jobs

Advertiser:

Jupiter Recruitment

Job ID:

132793875

Posted On: 

24 March 2026

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Housing Manager to manage the overall performance of the retirement living services in Peterborough. You will be working for one of UK’s leading healthcare providers

This is a senior management role with responsibility for the performance of the service, including housing management, support, maintenance, catering and administration between 2 services

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 4 or Registered Manager Award is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this

As the Housing Manager your key responsibilities include:

* Take overall responsibility for the efficient running of the service, including housing management, care and support, maintenance, catering and administration
* Lead, manage and develop staff teams through effective recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and training
* Ensure high-quality care and support planning is in place, reviewed regularly and delivered in a person-centred way
* Maintain robust housing management systems, including void management, sign-ups, resident inductions and arrears management
* Promote residents’ dignity, independence, choice and involvement in decision-making
* Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, health & safety, food safety and infection prevention requirements
* Manage and monitor the service budget, ensuring financial viability and sustainability
* Build strong relationships with residents, families, volunteers, local authorities and external agencies
* Develop community links and promote the scheme within the local area, including engagement with minority and under-represented groups
* Participate in an on-call rota and travel occasionally for meetings, assessments or training

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

* Experience of working in a care setting at a senior or supervisory level
* Experience of managing staff teams, including supervision, appraisal, training and performance management
* Experience of managing budgets and financial plans
* Knowledge of housing management and welfare benefits
* Awareness of best practice in dementia care and supporting older people with increasing physical and emotional needs
* Strong communication, leadership and relationship-building skills
* Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft products
* A flexible approach to work, including on-call duties and occasional travel

The successful Housing Manager will receive an excellent salary up to GBP35,683 per annum. This exciting position is a Full Time role working 37 hours a week on days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
* A strong pension scheme and life assurance
* Support with professional development and relevant qualifications
* Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
* Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
* Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
* A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities
* Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

Reference ID: 7244

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