Young Persons Housing Manager

Job Title: Projects Manager

Location: Portcawl, Bridgend

Salary: £28,683 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:
Our client, a leading organisation in housing and support services, is seeking a dedicated Projects Manager to oversee service delivery across multiple projects in Cardiff. This role involves supporting teams to deliver high-quality housing-related support to vulnerable individuals aged 18 and over, ensuring compliance with organisational and funder standards.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Projects Manager based in Cardiff, your daily duties will include:

• Leading and managing teams to maintain a high standard of service that reflects the organisation’s values and principles.
• Providing guidance, supervision, and support to staff, including managing annual leave, sickness, and performance.
• Ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed and that staff are trained in trauma-informed and psychologically safe practices.
• Monitoring project performance, managing caseloads, and ensuring timely referrals and assessments.
• Acting swiftly on safeguarding concerns, including liaising with statutory agencies and managing risk assessments.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with external agencies such as social services, police, and training providers.
• Managing project budgets, authorising expenditure, and ensuring financial compliance.
• Participating in local partnership meetings and representing the organisation at sector forums.
• Ensuring all team members complete necessary monitoring and audit procedures to maintain service quality.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Projects Manager, you will need:

• An educational qualification to Diploma level or equivalent (QCF Level 2 or 3).
• Proven experience of line management within a support environment, supporting individuals with complex needs including mental health, trauma, or substance misuse.
• Knowledge of housing and homelessness issues, risk management, and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage diverse teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience liaising with partner agencies.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary of £28,683 per annum with regular pay reviews.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established organisation.

If you are a qualified Projects Manager looking for an impactful role in Porthcawl, Bridgend, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone