Deputy Manager - Independent Living Housing scheme

About Us

Addison Court is a vibrant independent living community consisting of 30 purpose\-built flats designed for residents aged 55 and over. We pride ourselves on maintaining a safe, warm and pleasant environment that allows our residents to live with confidence and maximise their ongoing independence. We operate with a small, close\-knit and dedicated team.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Deputy Manager to support the House Manager in the day\-to\-day operation of our housing association. This is a rewarding, independent position where your daily efforts directly impact the safety, well\-being and happiness of our residents.

The ideal candidate will have a flexible approach to working, excel under minimal supervision, and seamlessly step up to manage responsibilities when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Support: Maintain confidential electronic logs for residents (medical updates, correspondence, next of kin). Act as a supportive, sensitive point of contact to boost residents' independence on a daily basis and, on occasion, during short\-term illnesses or emergencies.


• Family Liaison: Foster positive relationships and open communication channels with residents and where applicable, residents' families.


• Safety \& Compliance: Help manage contracts for the Emergency Call and Fire Alarm systems. Conduct mandatory monthly checks of smoke detectors, building emergency pull\-cords and wearable resident pendants.


• Site Administration: Order approved goods/services, record incoming and outgoing postal logs and update the central call centre with any vital administrative changes.

• Competitive Salary: Part time salary£12,858 to £16,286 pa depending on skills and experience (Full time equivalent to £30,000\-£38,000 pa)


• Work\-Life Balance: Structured, predictable 15\-hour part\-time work week of three days of 5 hours, one to be Fridays. Attend one Trustees' meeting per quarter


• Generous Holiday Package: 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) pro\-rata, plus a loyalty scheme that increases your holiday balance by 1 extra day per year for your first 5 years of service

• Experience: Previous administrative or supervisory experience within a residential care, retirement housing or community care environment is highly desirable.


• Technical Skills: Comfortable using computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook) to manage confidential information and accurately log administrative/personal/contract records.


• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with a warm, empathetic manner suited to supporting an older demographic and communicating effectively with families, trustees and contractors.


• Independence: Proven ability to manage your time effectively, follow safety regulations closely and work under minimal direct supervision.

Interviews: Thursday 15 October 2026

*A DBS check will be required along with other pre\-employment checks. The scheme is run by the Holy Trinity (Guildford) Housing Association full details at* *www.addisoncourt.co.uk*

Pay: £16\.48\-£20\.88 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Free parking

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