Scheme Manager
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.6 to £17.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £15.60 - £17 Per Hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2PR |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4792176_1777378525 |
Summary
Your new companyYou'll be joining a well-established housing provider committed to delivering safe, well‑managed retirement and independent living services. The organisation supports older residents across schemes and surrounding bungalows, ensuring high‑quality housing management, customer service, and wellbeing support.
Your new roleYou'll provide day‑to‑day Scheme Manager cover across a retirement living scheme and nearby bungalows. This includes:
- Daily wellbeing checks and light‑touch support
- Building safety checks and compliance tasks
- Coordinating contractors and monitoring on‑site works
- Supporting residents with tenancy queries and signposting
- Maintaining accurate records and reporting issues promptly
- Providing occasional buddying cover where required
This is a steady, people‑focused role ideal for someone confident working independently while maintaining a warm, professional presence on scheme.Hours: Mon-Fri, 6 hours per day plus 30‑minute lunch. Flexible options include:
- 8:00-14:30
- 8:30-15:00
- 9:00-15:30
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience in retirement living, sheltered housing, independent living, or scheme management
- Strong communication skills and a supportive, resident‑focused approach
- Confidence completing building checks and following compliance procedures
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- A calm, reassuring manner when responding to low‑level issues or wellbeing concerns
What you'll get in return
- Consistent weekday hours with flexibility
- Supportive team and clear handover processes
- Weekly pay options (PAYE or Umbrella
What you need to do now
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