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Compass Associates is working in partnership with a growing, values-led health and social care group to appoint a Housing Development Manager within their Supported Living division. This is a confidential search on behalf of the client. The organisation operates across multiple specialist care divisions and has an ambitious, well-funded growth strategy. They are expanding their supported living footprint into the Midlands and need someone who can drive that pipeline from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to join a business at a pivotal point in its development, with genuine scope to shape the housing strategy across a defined region.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver an agreed pipeline of new supported living units across the Southeast region
Identify, source, and secure housing opportunities through agents, developers, online platforms, and partner networks
Develop bespoke housing solutions as part of capital-funded projects
Ensure all new homes are developed to meet supported living specifications
Build and maintain relationships with registered providers, social landlords, housing developers, housing agents, and private landlords
Work closely with commissioners, local authorities, and ICBs to align growth plans with local demand
Liaise with the Business Development Manager to secure and progress new opportunities
Keep the stakeholder and housing opportunity database accurate and up to date
Develop robust business cases for new opportunities
Review and negotiate SLAs, leases, and related housing documentation
Demonstrate a strong understanding of Housing Benefit, rent structures, and financial viability
Produce monthly progress reports covering pipeline activity, delivery progress, risks, and opportunities
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and timelines
Liaise with contractors, obtain quotes, and oversee works where required
Arrange and oversee compliance checks including gas, electrical, and fire safety
Ensure structured handover of new services to operational teams
Work closely with Operations, Quality, People, Finance, and IT teams to ensure new schemes are delivered compliantly and sustainably
Ensure internal stakeholders are informed and briefed ahead of mobilisation
Maintain oversight of the existing housing portfolio, flagging lease expiry risks and reprovision needs early
Requirements:
Proven experience developing supported living services within health, social care, or supported housing (CQC)
Strong working knowledge of commissioners, local authorities, and ICBs
Lease negotiation experience is a priority
candidates must be able to review, negotiate, and progress lease agreements with confidence
Experience with SLAs and working with registered providers and landlords
Solid understanding of Housing Benefit, rent structures, and financial viability
Experience developing business cases and managing pipelines through approval processes
Confident stakeholder communicator at all levels, internal and external
Highly organised with strong time management and reporting discipline
Willingness to travel regularly across the Midlands region
Values-driven approach with a genuine commitment to person-centred supported living