Later Living Community Manager
4 days ago
Bedford
Our Vacancy We’re looking for a dedicated and organised Community Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day management of one of our homeownership over 55s housing communities. In this role, you’ll provide help, support, and advice to residents, ensuring their wellbeing and promoting a safe and secure environment. You’ll be responsible for housing management, coordinating services, and maintaining positive relationships with residents and stakeholders. This is a rewarding position where your ability to deliver excellent customer service will make a real difference to the lives of older people. What you’ll do As a visiting Community Manager, you will take ownership of the day to day housing management and services within the community, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of support, advice and practical assistance. You’ll manage onsite contractors, oversee repairs, and maintain accurate records of expenditure and income. You’ll process purchase orders, handle administration, and manage communal facilities. You’ll also work closely with Residents’ Committees, attend meetings, and liaise with statutory and voluntary organisations to signpost residents to additional support. Occasionally, you may need to respond to emergencies outside normal office hours. What you’ll need • Experience in housing management and working with older people., • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with clear written and verbal communication., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, and strong administration abilities., • Knowledge of health and safety compliance and understanding of care and support needs for older people. Please note: this is a 6 month fixed term contract This is a part‑time role, working on site Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm. The salary is £27,894 per annum for 30 hours per week (full‑time equivalent salary: £32,544). Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. What We Offer • 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays (pro rata), • Two additional paid volunteering days each year, • Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal, • 4 x salary life assurance, • You must have the right to work in the UK; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Closing date: 20 May 2026 Interviews will be taking place in person Thursday 4th and Friday 5th June 2026.