The George Fentham Trust is a charity supporting residents within the Parish of Hampton in Arden. The Charity owns and maintains 15 bungalows on Fentham Green and supports the residents of those bungalows to continue independent living in their own homes.

We are looking for a Resident Liaison Coordinator to join our small, friendly team. The successful candidate will:

  • Provide support to the Fentham Green residents to help them maintain their independence and quality of life in their own home for as long as possible.
  • Build relationships with the residents and their family members and keep a watchful eye over residents’ health and well-being. They will act as a ‘good neighbour’ to residents and provide a friendly source of social support, advice and guidance whilst respecting their privacy and independence.
  • Liaise with the Trust Elderly Support Worker, the Trust Clerk or Trustees to resolve any concerns relating to the health and welfare of Fentham Green residents, to ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the Fentham Green residences and that Health & Safety procedures and plans are adhered to.
  • Assist the Trustees with the Almshouse allocation process, and with ending tenancies where necessary. They will also attend regular Almshouse Committee meetings with Trustees.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of working in community/social or medical care or in sheltered or supported housing, or similar. They will also demonstrate:

  • Experience working with older people, an understanding of the principles of wellbeing particularly in later life, and of equality and diversity.
  • A working understanding of the principles of safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • A flexible and positive approach to their work.
  • An ability to assess risk, keep calm under pressure and treat others with respect.
  • Excellent organisation skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
  • IT skills including use of Word and Teams.

The rate of pay for this role is ÂŁ14.33 per hour. Other benefits include a pension scheme with employer contributions and a holiday entitlement of 28 days, pro-rated according to working hours.

The working hours are 6 per week. You will be able to manage your diary and working hours, provided you attend the residences at least twice a week and the needs of our residents are met, and we are open to discussing the final working arrangements with the successful candidate.

If you are thinking of applying, and would like to know more, or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Clerk by emailing clerk@georgefenthamtrust.org.uk, who will also be able to provide you will a copy of the full job description. 

The deadline for applications is 17th April.