Warden - Almshouse Housing (Southampton) Salary: £32,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Multiple sites across Southampton Working Pattern: Rotating shifts and on-call rota About the Role Thorner’s Homes is an almshouse charity providing independent living accommodation for women aged 55 and over. We are seeking a reliable and organised Warden to join our team, supporting the day-to-day operation of our almshouse schemes across Southampton. This is a housing support and site-based role. It does not include the provision of personal care. Main Responsibilities Support residents to maintain independence and wellbeing Carry out health and safety checks and scheme inspections Respond to maintenance issues and coordinate contractor access Maintain accurate records using internal systems Respond to emergencies and incidents as required Support resident engagement and activities Work in accordance with organisational policies and procedures Working Pattern The role operates on a rota basis across the following shifts: 8:00am – 4:00pm 9:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 6:00pm 12:00pm – 8:00pm The role also includes participation in an on-call rota (typically 1 week in 4). During on-call periods, the successful candidate must remain within approximately 15–20 minutes travel time of the schemes and be available to respond to emergencies. Important This is a rota-based role within a team of wardens. The successful candidate will be required to work the full range of shifts and participate in the on-call rota. It is not possible to select or fix preferred working patterns. Essential Requirements Full UK driving licence Access to a vehicle for work purposes Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in emergency situations Understanding of professional boundaries and safeguarding responsibilities Desirable Experience in housing, property management, social housing or a similar role Basic understanding of health and safety responsibilities Benefits £32,000 salary 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced annual leave for long service 5% employer pension contribution (NEST) Employee Assistance Programme Mileage expenses reimbursed in accordance with HMRC guidelines Additional Information This post is subject to a DBS check. The application pack is available on our website https://www.thorners.org.uk/downloads If you would like an informal chat about the role before applying, please contact us on 023 8063 6772.