STEVE AMOS has been promoted to supported housing manager at Stockton-based Endeavour Housing Association, having previously been the deputy.

He takes over from CAROLE RICHARDSON, who is now business development manager.

Mr Amos is still involved in the day-to-day operational matters of supported housing, but he has become part of the management team, which has a strategic role.

Among his new tasks are arranging a staff conference and setting up training.