Service Manager needed in Newport, Isle Of Wight, £62.70ph PAYE – Reference: OR6224
It is likely the individual will be required on site for the majority of the working week. There is also an out of hours / callout element – due to the nature of this position 37 hours per week
We ideally need an experienced and effective leader for the role of Service Manager for Housing, to operationally manage housing teams within the Adult Social Care and Housing Directorate.
Successful candidate will take the lead on elements of our housing transformation programme and deliver responsive, effective and safe services for housing that best meet the needs of the individuals the service supports.
Using a person-centred approach, the candidate will work in close partnership with provider organisations to deliver a service which is consistent, meets legislative requirements, and maximises the resources available.
Candidates will ideally need a detailed knowledge of housing issues, as well as the national guidance and statutory requirements which surround the areas managed, alongside substantial experience of working in complex and sensitive situations, in a calm and proactive manner.
Candidates should ideally be able to demonstrate previous experience of managing and delivering services, ideally within a multi-agency setting.
This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.