Service Manager

Our client was founded to help people facing the devastating effects of homelessness. Today, they also tackle the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality. The organisation works with around 6000 individuals and families across Kent every year, helping people to reach their full potential by breaking down the barriers to housing, mental and physical health, work, education, financial independence or daily living skills. Prospectus are proud to be supporting Porchlight in the recruitment of a new Service Manager for one of their small, low-medium needs supported housing services in Tonbridge. As Service Manager you will oversee the day to day delivery of one of the organisation''s small homeless services in Tonbridge; this service provides intensive, trauma informed support to those who are sleeping rough or have experienced homelessness and require additional support to sustain accommodation and rebuild their independence. This is a hands on, operational role, managing a team of frontline staff who provide practical, trauma informed support. You''ll work closely with the Area Manager to make sure the service is safe, effective, high quality, and responsive to the needs and experiences of the people the organisation supports. You will be responsible for managing and supporting your team to deliver practical and emotional support needed to overcome the trauma of sleeping on the streets, providing housing related support across both the organisation and other ..... full job details .....