Position - Warden.

Salary Negotiable - Depending on experience.

Part-time – Mon- Fri a.m.

22.5 hours per week.

Location: Northampton.

We are a sheltered housing Charity providing independent living Almshouse accommodation for elderly persons. We are seeking a part-time Warden to safeguard the welfare and independence of our residents and nurture the health and wellbeing of our Almshouse community. We are looking for a people-person, someone who is compassionate, self-motivated and attuned to the needs of the elderly.

The post provides an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit team and contribute directly to the success of the organisation. We will provide training and full professional support. You will have a genuine interest in making a positive contribution to the team and the wellbeing of our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring the wellbeing of residents and ensure all residents have access to a wide range of social activities and encouraging their active participation in these.
Reporting any issues with residents and the property to the Scheme Manager on a weekly basis.
Responding to emergency calls when on duty immediately.
Provide updates for the monthly news sheet for residents and Trustees
Maintaining required documents, files and records.
Being responsible for the security of the buildings, site and overseeing the resources and people to assist with this.
Managing on site facilities, meeting rooms, keep them clean and tidy.
Liaise with site supervisor, arranging any emergency repairs that are required for properties within permitted budgets.
Managing a petty cash float.
Providing refreshments (such as tea, coffee, light snacks) for required activities.
Carrying out any other reasonable task as directed.

Person Specification:

Ideally you should have a good understanding of warden’s responsibilities and be knowledgeable about safeguarding.
Be able to demonstrate good IT, numeracy and literacy skills.
Have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to build trust and rapport.
Be able to work on their own initiative, as well as being a key part of a small team.
Have direct experience of working with the elderly, preferably in a similar environment.
Have a “can-do” attitude and be personally flexible.

To apply please forward your CV and covering letter

No Agency Candidates accepted.

Closing date : 30 September 2024 – this position will be advertised on other platforms so may close earlier if a suitable candidate found

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