Housing Patch Manager

Posted 23 September 2025
Salary 23.77
LocationNottingham NG1 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
ReferenceRQ1610093

Job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• We are seeking an experienced Housing Patch Manager to deliver high-quality housing services across a designated geographical area.
• This is a full-time, temporary role for a committed professional with a strong background in housing management and a passion for community engagement.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of a housing patch, including tenant engagement, neighbourhood management, and ensuring compliance with housing regulations.
• The role also requires collaboration with partner organisations, contractors, and internal teams to address housing issues and drive service improvements.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Manage a designated patch of housing stock, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact for tenants, addressing issues, concerns, and complaints effectively.
• Carry out regular estate inspections and take appropriate action to address tenancy breaches and anti-social behaviour.
• Work in partnership with internal departments and external agencies to deliver holistic housing solutions.
• Monitor repairs, maintenance, and service delivery within the patch, ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure full compliance with housing legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and case notes using relevant housing systems.
• Support the development and delivery of local initiatives to improve communities and tenant satisfaction.

Skills/Experience:
• Proven experience in housing management, tenancy services, or neighbourhood management.
• Strong people management and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse tenant groups.
• Confident decision-maker with problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Knowledge of relevant housing legislation, policies, and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Comfortable conducting estate visits, investigations, and enforcement when required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• IT literate, with experience using housing management systems (e.g. Northgate, Capita, or similar).
• Must be able to commute to and work within the Aspley area.

Additional Information:
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 17:00).
• Emergency requirement – Immediate availability or short notice preferred.