Assistant Director of Operations (Housing & Support) - #2131864

Job Title: Assistant Director of Operations (Housing & Support)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary:  Competitive
Working Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid
Location: Located anywhere in the UK


If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.


Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.


The difference you will make as a Assistant Director of Operations (Housing & Support)
Due to an internal promotion, we are recruiting a new Assistant Director of Operations for our housing and support services.
This exciting national role leads our homelessness, older people and veteran services, and will be critical in the delivery of our new 5-year strategy. As a key member of our Care & Support Executive Team, you will play a leading part in defining the future direction of our services.
Leading a team of eight regional leads, covering every region of England, and working with peers across different teams within Riverside, you’ll be responsible for delivering great outcomes for customers.


As a senior leader in a leading provider of care and support services, you will also have the opportunity to shape the wider sector as a representative of Riverside, through active engagement with trade bodies and central government.
Given the geographical breadth of our services, location is flexible.
So, if you are passionate about the delivery of high-quality supported housing services, if you value the voice of lived experience, and if you can lead with compassion and kindness, we really want to hear from you!


About you
We are looking for someone with:
• Track record of effective senior leadership in a role with demanding objectives and delivery of business performance that exceeds expectations.
• Wide ranging understanding of the context of social housing and the challenges it faces, in particular in relation to supported and retirement living services.
• Wide ranging understanding of the context of support services, and what constitutes best practice.


Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.


Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits


Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.


Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.


This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.


Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.