Are you a dynamic leader looking for a rewarding role working with Young People from a range of backgrounds? Are you passionate about delivering a service that provides young people with better life chances and supports them to lead an independent life? Ifsoread on...
At MSV Housingwe’recommitted to making sure ourYoung Peoplearesafeguarded,supported andhaveaquality safe home. OurFoyer Manageriskey to making this happen.
This is an Ofsted-supported / Ofsted-regulated supported accommodation service,and the Foyer Manager playsa central roleinmaintainingcompliance, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring the service is always inspection-ready.
In conjunction with ourHead ofYoung Persons Services, you will promote the Foyer asa great placeto live and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the local authority commissioned contract. You will lead and empowerthe team to provide an excellent service to our customers, ensuring performance, recruitment and funding targets are met in line with agreed targets and standards.
You will have a proventrack recordin this highly rewarding field with the skills and experience to ensurea high levelof safeguarding and compliance are achieved for MSV and the client group. You will be able to managedifficult situationscalmly and be able to plan for and implement changes in service delivery. You willhave an understanding ofhousing management with experience in monitoring arrears to maximise income for MSV Housing and residents.
The successful candidate will show enthusiasm and have a strong commitment to delivering a first-class young person’s service, with experience with a similar client group. You will have strong interpersonal skills and experience of managing staff and monitoring performance.
You will be expected to cover the Foyer Rota between the hours of 8am and 8pm, working 7 hours per day Monday – Friday and occasional Saturdays. You will also provide cover for other Young Persons schemes asrequired.
WhatourFoyer Managersdoes:
Here is a taste of what you will get involved with:
* You will provideoverall management of the Foyers including staff management, meeting performance targets,recruitmentand fundingin accordance withagreed targets and standards.
* Manage and oversee all MSV’s Foyers rental incomeand securing ofappropriate funding.
* Promotion the Foyers and development of policy and procedures in conjunction with the Head of Young Persons Services.
* Ensurehigh levelof safeguarding and compliance are achieved for MSV and client group.
* Ensure Ofsted compliance and inspection readiness, embedding strong safeguarding and quality standards aligned to Ofsted expectations through day-to-day practice, auditing, and evidence-based improvement.
* Development of partnerships with other agenciesin order tosupport and develop the work of the Foyer.
* Provide a high-quality service bymaintainingthe business targets of MSV, local authority, the requirements of accreditation and regulatory bodies.
* Monitor the performance of the Foyer against agreed standards and targets and report to the Association Board, the Customer and Communities Committee and other agencies, as required.
Whatwe are looking for:
* Significant experienceworking in youth or social care services.
* Proven experience of managing staff teams.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health &safetyand support planning.
* Excellent communication,leadershipand organisational skills.
* Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings oron‑callduties.
* A CharteredInstitute of Housinglevel 4Certificate would be desirable.
We'recommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect allcolleaguesto share this commitment. As thisjobis based in a supported housing project for young people and children,an enhanced criminal records background check (free of charge to you) isrequired. A criminal conviction does not necessarily stop you from working with us. All decisionsregardingconvictions will be made on a case-by-case basis.Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding young people can be found in our Safeguarding policy attached alongside this vacancy’s candidate pack.
We offer a range of great benefits including:
* 33days holiday per yearplus bank holidays, andan holidayabuyscheme.
* Company pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
* Company fundedaccess to a health cash plan, where you can claim back costs of everyday health treatments such as optical,dentaland much more.
* Enhanced sick pay with up to 3 months full pay and 3 months half pay
* Health and Wellbeing Support including an employeeassistanceprogramme, free counselling, mental health first aiders andnumerouswellbeing initiatives
* Life assurance subject to being a member of our company pension scheme.
* Learning and development to support you to develop the skills you need to fulfil your role and progress in your career
* Commitment to Equality and Inclusion with employee network groups covering anti-racism, LGBTQ+, disability and long-term health conditions, carers, and menopause.
MSV are committed to Equality and Inclusion; all applications are scored against the essential criteria. We encourage candidates to submit an anonymised CV where possible.
MSV are also committed to supporting work-life balance, including caring or parental responsibilities, with flexible working options and wellbeing support available to all colleagues.
If you’re unsure whether you meet all requirements, please apply—we will assess your suitability.
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