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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