Posted 21 July, 2026
Scheme Manager
Hightown Housing Association
Saint Albans, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Scheme Manager - Adult Homelessness Services Location: St Albans (Martin House & Hatfield Road) Hours: 37.5 per week (rota) Salary: £34,320 per annum Lead with purpose and make a difference We’re seeking a compassionate Scheme Manager to lead our adult homelessness services, supporting individuals to rebuild their lives in safe, inclusive environments. About the role You will manage two supported housing schemes: Martin House: 16 self-contained flats for adults with support needs, focused on independence and recovery Hatfield Road: 5-bed shared HMO for men with lower support needsYou will ensure both services are safe, compliant and deliver high-quality, person-centred, trauma-informed support. Key responsibilities Provide overall leadership, ensuring services reflect our values: Empower, Respect, Inclusion, Compassion and Collaboration Support residents to build independence and access services Lead, supervise and develop staff, managing rotas and performance Maintain high standards in safeguarding, housing management and service delivery Build strong partnerships with local authorities and external agencies Oversee referrals, voids, incidents and continuous improvementAbout you Experience in homelessness, supported housing or similar Strong leadership and people management skills Knowledge of safeguarding, housing and complex needs Prior Management experience a bonusWhy join us? 33 days annual leave (rising with service) £34,320 per annum with performance bonus’s Monthly attendance bonus Pension, life assurance and bonus opportunities Training, wellbeing support and Blue Light discountsSubject to DBS, references, right to work and medical checks. We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer. We will shortlist applicants on an ongoing basis and may close the advert early
