Duty Manager

McCarthy Stone; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 3 training in Adult

28 days holiday (pro-rated)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discount on McCarthy Stone properties

Guest suites in other UK locations

High-street discounts and restaurant/g

Job summary

McCarthy Stone is seeking a Duty Manager at Gentian Place to lead the care and support team in a purpose-built community for older adults. The role involves coordinating resident care plans, ensuring high standards, and supporting wellbeing activities in a non-traveling leadership position.

You will work day and night shifts, including sleep-ins, with weekend enhancements. Experience in care, leadership, and a commitment to resident wellbeing are essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced in care or support work (1+ year preferred).
• Leadership experience – you’ve supported or supervised a team.
• Level 3 Adult Health & Social Care is preferred; Level 2 Health and Social Care acceptable to upskill.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate the Care & Support team.
• Coordinate resident care plans and ensure compliance with high standards.
• Assist with wellbeing-focused activities and day-to-day care needs.
• Foster a friendly, inclusive atmosphere that promotes independence.

Skills

Leadership experience

Care/work experience

Education

Level 3 Adult Health & Social Care

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

McCarthy & Stone are recruiting a professional Duty Manager to join the team at our prestigious

Duty Manager – No Travel, Just Meaningful Impact!

Part Time | 33.5 hour per week, working a mix of day and night hours.

£16.90/hr (day shifts) | £12.65/hr (sleep-in nights) + £1/hr weekend uplift where applicable.

Are you an experienced care professional looking to step into a leadership role—without the stress of travelling between clients? Join McCarthy Stone as a Duty Manager at our beautiful

Gentian Place estate where your leadership can truly make a difference.

You will be working a mix of shifts which will include the below:

Day shifts: 08:45 and 16:30

Lates which includes a sleep-in: 16:15 to 09:00 including a Sleep In from 22:30 to 7:00

During the Sleep In, our Duty Managers are on call to provide emergencysupport only to our homeowners throughout that period.

There is a requirement to work alternate weekends in this role.

About the role:

We are seeking a professional Duty Managers 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.

Why This Role is Special:

• All Clients in One Place – Support residents in a purpose-built, modern environment
• Leadership with Heart – Supervise a compassionate team of carers
• Personal Impact – Help create a safe, active, and welcoming community for older adults

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, support, and motivate the Care & Support team
• Coordinate resident care plans and ensure compliance with high standards
• Assist with wellbeing-focused activities and day-to-day care needs
• Foster a friendly, inclusive atmosphere that promotes independence
• £16.90 / hour day rate
• £12.65 / hour sleeping night rate
• + £1/hour weekend enhancement (midnight Friday to midnight Sunday)

What You’ll Get:

• Fully funded Level 3 training in Adult Care (if not already held)
• 28 days holiday (pro-rated)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Mental health, counselling & wellbeing support
• Discount on McCarthy Stone properties (for you and immediate family)
• Use of guest suites in other UK locations
• High-street discounts and restaurant gift cards

About You:

• Experienced in care or support work (1+ year preferred)
• Level 3 Adult Health & Social Care (minimum of Level 2 Health and Social Care and willing to upskill)
• Leadership experience – You’ve supported or supervised a team
• Organised, compassionate, and community-minded

Why Choose McCarthy Stone?

We’re proud to be a Great Place to Work™, and we invest in your development, wellbeing, and success. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose in a supportive, resident-first environment.

At McCarthy & Stone, we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background.

All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date