Accommodation Manager

Reed are working with a highly regarded Supported Housing provider who are looking for an Accommodation Manager to oversee the running of their Central Cambridge service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed housing support services to young people.

The successful candidate will lead and develop a staff team, implement organisational policies, and build internal and external partnerships to create a forward-thinking service.

Accommodation Manager

• Central Cambridge
• Full-time, Mon- Fri 0830-1700
• £34,325.49 per annum

Day to Day of the Role:

• Deliver a trauma-informed support programme to empower young people for independent living.
• Manage Housing-related Support contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Lead on data quality for client systems, including data entry and audits.
• Develop bids and tenders as required and maintain strong relationships with local authorities and professional partners.
• Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the site and make necessary referrals.
• Manage service budgets and ensure accurate records of support hours and placement costings.
• Monitor data dashboards for quality assurance and conduct regular audits.
• Uphold the organisation’s values and ensure Ofsted standards for supported accommodation are met.
• Optimise occupancy and meet budgetary targets, while managing rent collection processes.
• Handle housing management tasks, including licence agreements and eviction processes.
• Recruit and manage accommodation staff, ensuring their training and development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience managing complex teams.
• Understanding of Ofsted Supported Accommodation Standards.
• Experience with Looked After Children, Care Leavers, and young people with housing needs.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Excel for reporting.
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Support, Restorative Approach, and Skills-Based Approach.
• Ability to create high-quality risk assessments and support plans.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in hostel work, residential work, housing management, or a related caring profession.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Commitment to obtaining formal qualifications relevant to the role.
• Ability to work flexibly and under pressure, with a high level of honesty, integrity, and discretion.

Benefits:

• 5 weeks of holiday plus public holiday allowance
• Free Gym Membership
• Free DBS
• Comprehensive induction program and continuous personal development (CPD) opportunities
• Regular supervisions and internal progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme

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