Scheme Manager

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Onward Homes
Not‑for‑profit provider of affordable homes, managing 35,000 properties across North West England.
Part-time scheme manager overseeing sheltered housing schemes, tenant support and compliance.
16 days ago ago
£19,678 - £27,550
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Part Time
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building homes
Managing homes
Maintaining homes
Sheltered accommodation
Housing with care
Repairs service
Employment and training support
Customer support services
Sector Specialisms
Housing
Residential
Regeneration
Community Development
Placemaking
Property Management
Social Housing
Customer Support Services
Role
What you would be doing
What you bring
dbs
driving licence
health & safety
cqc
building management
microsoft office
  • Experience of working and dealing with older people in a service environment.
  • Experience of working proactively to improve services and customer satisfaction
  • A satisfactory disclosure barring service (DBS) reference will be required.
  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
  • Relevant knowledge of Health & Safety polices and risks
  • Skilled communicator with excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work on your own initiative as part of a dispersed team.
  • Desirable - Knowledge of CQC requirements
  • Experience of building management and compliance requirements
  • Desirable - National Wardens Certificate / Sheltered Housing Certificate or equivalent
  • IT Skills – Microsoft office up to an intermediate level.
Benefits
  • Simply Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more.
  • 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks.
  • Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%)
  • Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
  • We offer a competitive salary of £27,550 per annum pro rata (19,678.57)
  • Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme.
  • Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme.
  • Access of up to £150 annually through the ‘Learning for life’ scheme
  • Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility.
  • A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
35,000 Properties
Properties Across Regions
Oversees 35,000 properties in areas such as Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside, and Lancashire, balancing regional scale with localized impact.
£215m Bond
First Bond Issued in 2021
Issued a £215 million bond with an A1 Moody’s rating, enabling plans to develop 500 new homes annually.
£16.9m Profit
2022–23 Profit Recovery
Recovered from a £22.5 million loss in 2021–22 to achieve a £16.9 million profit, despite challenges.
£171m Turnover
Increased Revenue in 2022–23
Reported a significant rise in turnover to £171 million during the 2022–23 financial year.
  • Typical projects range from sheltered housing and supported-living schemes to large affordable-homes estates in partnership with Homes England.
  • Specialist areas include residential development and community infrastructure regeneration in post-industrial estates.
  • It earned a Neighbourhood Transformation Award for Hattersley/Mottram’s regeneration and tackled complex estates like Runcorn and Whitefield.
Culture + Values
  • We strive to provide high quality homes and services that improve people's lives.
  • We are committed to delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a focus on the needs of our customers.
  • We value integrity, professionalism, and honesty in all our actions.
  • We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and support, where every team member is valued.
  • We encourage innovation and continuous improvement to meet changing customer and business needs.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero by 2050
Committed to achieving zero carbon emissions, focusing on sustainable living and environmental responsibility.
  • Improving the energy efficiency of homes to reduce carbon emissions
  • Implementing energy-saving initiatives across housing stock, including retrofitting and upgrades
  • Working towards reducing water consumption and waste in all operations
  • Focusing on building sustainable, energy-efficient homes that meet the highest environmental standards
Inclusion & Diversity
  • The company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.
  • The organization aims to achieve gender balance and has established goals to address gender disparities.
  • The company monitors and communicates on gender diversity within its leadership positions and overall workforce.
  • The business supports flexible work arrangements and upholds equal opportunities for all employees.
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