Housing Manager
Location: Hove
Working Location: 5 days split as 3 days working from home; 1 day working from the office; The other day visiting residents in their own homes.
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Part time - 25 hours a week over 5 days; Permanent

J Living is one of the leading housing associations in the UK’s Jewish community, dedicated to providing high-quality housing and support services. We are seeking a dedicated Housing Manager to oversee our Brighton scheme and ensure our residents receive exceptional support in a welcoming and safe environment.

About the Role

This is a key role requiring a confident, proactive and compassionate individual who can manage a housing scheme, support our residents’ wellbeing and coordinate with care providers and professionals. You’ll need to stay calm under pressure, handle sensitive issues with empathy, and ensure the smooth running of day-to-day housing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of a sheltered or supported housing scheme.
• Liaise effectively with residents, providing support and diffusing situations tactfully.
• Collaborate with external professionals, including care providers and health services.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and housing data using internal systems.
• Respond to emergencies and resolve resident concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Contribute to continually improving the service provided by J Living.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in a similar housing management role.
• Proven ability to interact face-to-face with residents, often under pressure.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Word and Email.
• Strong judgement, tact, and discretion in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Prior experience coordinating within a care or sheltered housing setting.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality housing services and believe in treating residents with dignity and respect, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join the J Living family. Initial stage would be a telephone interview, followed up with a face-to-face interview for successful candidates on the 3 July 2025.