Duty Manager

The Vacancy McCarthy Stone are recruiting for a Duty Manager to be part of the team at our Amelia Court retirement living development in Worthing, West Sussex. Managerial experience is preferred, the ideal candidate will have experience of deputising for Managers, comfortable using computer systems & able to use their own initiative. Hourly rate: £14.51 per hour Hours: 16 hours per week working alternate weekends. McCarthy Stone have a wealth of support and benefits for their staff. These include: Life insurance and company pension Opportunities to stay in our guest suites across all our developments UK wide Discounts on apartment purchases for employees and immediate family Access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts providing discounts on a number of leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets 24/7 access to Employee Assist Programme (including counsellors and legal advisors) and access to inhouse Mental Health First Aiders Amelia Court - is a luxury purpose-built assisted living development situated in Worthing town centre with access to local shops and amenities. The development features include communal facilities including table service restaurant, homeowners lounge, function room, and a Library. About the role: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Duty Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. This is a brilliant opportunity to support the management and smooth running of this thriving community of active and independent older people, so they get to live their best lives - in elegant private apartments in a beautiful setting - with the peace of mind of always having someone on hand to help if needed. Responsibilities include; Deputising for the Estate Manager for the estate management functions. Responding to emergency situations. Leading and co-ordinating the Assisted Living support staff working within the development in providing services which can respond flexibly to the needs of the homeowners. Ensuring staff rotas are effectively covered. Ensure the building is clean and well-presented at all times. Expected to discharge all duties and responsibilities in such a way as to enhance the quality of Assisted Living home owners' lives in retirement. About you: You will be a warm, friendly, organised, and self-motivated individual Keen to take on the responsibility of managing the security of the development, looking after the safety and wellbeing of the homeowners, Able to co-ordinate and facilitate activities that help strengthen the community spirit within the development. Driven to continue to grow their skills and will want to lead by example and think on their feet. Able to make a difference to the wellbeing and happiness of older people. You will be computer literate with experience of using Microsoft Office and quick to pick up new skills and programmes when training is given. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

Location: Worthing, GB

Posted Date: 5/24/2025