Pathway Manager
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the safe, effective, and high-quality delivery of supported accommodation services
* Manage a team of:
* 2 Senior Progression Coaches
* 6 Progression Coaches
* 1 Housing Management Worker
* Deliver a trauma-informed, outcomes-focused service supporting young people towards independence
* Support clients with complex needs (mental health, substance use, exploitation risk, etc.)
* Work collaboratively with external agencies to meet client needs
* Develop strategic partnerships across the borough
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and appropriately reported
* Oversee KPI reporting, data submission, and contract compliance
* Represent the service at commissioning and partnership meetings
* Manage service budgets, ensuring financial targets are met
* Oversee rental income collection and void management
* Ensure health & safety and legal compliance across all sites
* Engage with local stakeholders and contribute to community initiatives
Essential Requirements
* Experience managing a service, ideally within supported housing or similar settings
* Experience working with young people with complex needs
* Strong background in service delivery, KPI reporting, and contract compliance
* Proven ability to meet and exceed performance targets
* Experience supervising and leading staff teams
* Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning
* Experience working in multi-agency environments with commissioners and stakeholders
* Experience managing budgets, buildings, and operational costs
* Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures
* Good IT, literacy, and numeracy skills
* Commitment to health and safety standards
Desirable
* Experience managing teams across multiple or dispersed sites