Scheme managers are in charge of the smooth running and maintaining of sheltered or supported housing or residential homes.

Recruitment agencies are likely to scout scheme managers to employ who must be able to organise and oversee specific projects within these types of accommodations and must have a approachable personality and be of a kind and sunny disposition in order to fully engage with residents, who may need your advice and insight. Building a solid rapport with residents will aid in boosting morale amongst staff and residents alike - it is this sort of pro - active attitude recruitment agencies will embrace.

Scheme managers may also be scouted by recruitment agencies for their ability to act quickly, efficiently and effectively under pressure as due to the nature of the sector, they may be often immersed in emergency situations with residents where quick thinking and composure will be required.

Recruitment agencies advocate the necessary qualifications required for this role - workers do not need to be educated to a degree level to be employed, but must display the aforementioned necessary qualities and have relevant experience within the health care profession or within a managerial role. Salaries amongst scheme managers vary within the public sector. Low pay for scheme managers can start around £15,500 and can be raised to £16,000.

Scheme managers within the North East are often likely to earn the most with an average salary of £25,000 and scheme managers on average in London, earning £22,000.