About the role
Are you passionate about supporting older and vulnerable tenants to live independently in a safe, supportive environment? We’re looking for a proactive and confident Independent Living Officer to join our team, providing high-quality intensive housing scheme management across our three Extra Care sites.
You will be a proactive, solution and performance focused individual who can work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes for tenants.
Key responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day housing management support within Extra Care schemes
* Build strong relationships with tenants, families, onsite care teams, internal teams and partner agencies
* Ensure the schemes are compliant, safe, welcoming, and well-maintained
* Support activities and wellbeing initiatives with Engagement Team colleagues
* Engage actively on the Extra Care allocations panel ensuring voids and allocations are let in line with the allocations processes and relevant KPIs
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous service improvement
About you
* Experienced in managing or working within Extra Care housing or Independent Living housing settings
* An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
* Organised, reliable, and able to work independently across multiple sites
* Confident in handling sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism
* IT‑literate with good administrative skills
* In possession of a full driving licence (essential for travel between schemes)
What we offer
* A supportive team and positive working environment
* Opportunities for training and development
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexi scheme
The role is 37 hours per week working across our 3 extra care schemes within Bury.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
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