Scheme Manager

Hightown Housing Association · Hemel Hempstead, England

Scheme Manager at Hightown Housing Association, based in Hemel Hempstead, England, paying £28,899 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£28,899 per annum
Location
Hemel Hempstead, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
1 Oct 2026
Sector
Grounds Maintenance

12% below the typical rate for grounds maintenance

Reference c5278229261a6ab124982410d3bccee0b992abc5

About the role

Scheme Manager

Location: Broxbourne (Onsite Living)
Salary: £28,899 (37.5 hours)
Monday to Friday (suggested: 9am - 5:30pm)

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Scheme Manager is responsible for both the day-to-day management of the scheme and the maintenance and repair of the building, communal areas and gardens. The postholder will support residents aged 55+ to live independently, while ensuring the scheme is well maintained, safe and aesthetically appealing. A key part of the role includes regular maintenance of the communal gardens.

Please Note, this is a live in position as the postholder is required to live onsite.

What you will be doing

  • Supporting residents’ wellbeing through regular contact and day-to-day oversight, including daily welfare checks.
  • Responding to emergency calls and coordinating support when needed
  • Encouraging social activities and building a strong inclusive community spirit
  • Liaising with families, GPs and external agencies to support residents
  • Overseeing communal areas and working with contractors to maintain high standards
  • Carrying out health & safety checks and ensuring compliance

Gardening & Grounds Maintenance

  • Maintain gardens, lawns and planted areas
  • Carry out planting, including seasonal bedding
  • Weeding, pruning, hedge cutting and lawn care
  • Maintain and clear paths and communal outdoor areas
  • Use weed control safely
  • Maintain tools and equipment
  • Improve outdoor spaces
  • Keep outdoor areas safe and presentable

Maintenance & Repairs

  • Carry out minor repairs and maintenance
  • Change lightbulbs, fuses and batteries
  • Report repairs and to liaise with the Repairs Team and contractors.

About you

  • Experience of working with older customers
  • Calm and confident in emergencies
  • Compassionate, approachable and able to build strong relationships
  • Organised and able to work independently
  • Strong collaborative skills
  • Passionate about delivering excellent service

Why join us?

  • Generous Annual leave allowance of 25 days per year (excluding bank holidays), increasing by one day a year up to a maximum of 27 days subject to satisfactory performance.
  • £28,899 salary per annum (37.5 hours)
  • Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
  • Monthly attendance bonus
  • Blue Light Card: Access to discounts for local and national retailers
  • Commitment to health and wellbeing through the Five Ways to Wellbeing
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Workplace pension scheme and life assurance
  • Access to an employee assistance helpline

Apply today

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference every day, we would love to hear from you. We will be shortlisting on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.

Reference: c5278229261a6ab124982410d3bccee0b992abc5 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 1 Oct 2026 · Listed via Hightown Housing Association

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