Housing Area Manager

Ready to Lead the Charge in Extra Care Housing? Become an Area Manager with Us!

Are you a natural leader with a passion for driving change and making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where no two days are the same? If you’re nodding along, keep reading—this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Area Manager to join our team. This role is about so much more than ticking boxes—it’s about leading change, inspiring teams, and creating communities where people feel supported, safe, and empowered to thrive.

• Location: Managing an area remotely, with regular travel to Hackney, West and East London, Clacton, and Cambridgeshire.
• Salary: Up to £45,625 per annum
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Interview Date: Wednesday 15th January, Essex

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Manage and develop a team of housing and support colleagues, giving them the tools and confidence to deliver amazing service.
• Implement innovative housing solutions, refine processes, and drive meaningful change.
• Collaborate with local authorities, health services, and community groups to ensure residents stay independent and connected.
• Find opportunities, solve problems, and ensure housing services meet the highest standards.
• Why you’ll love this role:
• Put your leadership skills into action and make a tangible impact in people’s lives.
• Tackle big challenges, knowing that your work has a direct and meaningful effect.
• Bring your ideas to life in a workplace that values fresh perspectives and innovation.

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• An inspirational leader who knows how to rally a team, celebrate their wins, and support them when things get tough.
• A creative problem-solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges and finding effective solutions.
• Experience in housing management, leading teams, or community-focused work would be a bonus.
• You must be able to reliably commute across your area.

What’s in it for you:

• A chance to work with an organisation that values courage, honesty, and respect.
• The opportunity to shape the future of housing and support services in your area.
• A role where your leadership and ideas will genuinely make a difference.

This is your opportunity to step up, lead boldly, and make change happen. If you’re ready to take on this challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated being well website Please follow the link or copy and paste https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/ into your browser