House Manager

McCarthy Stone; Rochford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group personal pension and life assu

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working hours

Work in beautiful surroundings

Generous annual leave (25 days, rising

bank holidays

Access to our employee discounts p

Job summary

McCarthy Stone, the UK's leading retirement living provider, is seeking a House Manager to lead our welcoming estate in Kettering, Northamptonshire. You will be the friendly, professional contact for homeowners and families, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and independent lifestyle for residents.

You will manage front-of-house duties, coordinate events, maintain communal areas, and uphold Health & Safety standards, while building a positive community on a busy site.

Qualifications

• Has excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Has previous experience in a customer-facing or service management role.
• Demonstrates professionalism and a commitment to high-quality service.
• Enjoys variety and takes initiative in a busy environment.
• Can solve problems effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• Is comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other basic digital tools.
• Has awareness of basic Health and Safety (training will be provided).
• Holds or is willing to obtain first aid qualifications (training provided).
• Experience in property management is an advantage.
• Enjoys organising events.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming new homeowners and helping them settle into their new homes.
• Providing a front-of-house service and engaging warmly with all visitors.
• Being the first point of contact for residents and offering assistance, guidance, or support.
• Managing supplier relationships to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Acting as the face of McCarthy Stone for homeowners' families and friends.
• Handling resident concerns with sensitivity, confidentiality, and respect.
• Overseeing estate management, including communal areas, gardens, and grounds.
• Supporting the development of a strong community through organising social events and regular resident meetings.
• Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proactive attitude

Customer-facing experience

Event organisation

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Event planning

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

As House Manager, you'll be the friendly, professional point of contact for homeowners and their families. Your key focus will be supporting a safe, welcoming and independent lifestyle for our residents.

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service?

Do you thrive in a role that involves multi-tasking, problem-solving, and event organisation?

• Welcoming new homeowners and helping them settle into their new homes
• Providing a front-of-house service and engaging warmly with all visitors
• Being the first point of contact for residents and offering assistance, guidance, or support
• Managing supplier relationships to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Acting as the face of McCarthy Stone for homeowners' families and friends
• Handling resident concerns with sensitivity, confidentiality, and respect
• Overseeing estate management, including communal areas, gardens, and grounds
• Supporting the development of a strong community through organising social events and regular resident meetings
• Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety requirements

McCarthy Stone, the UK's leading retirement living provider, is looking for a House Manager to lead our welcoming estate in Kettering Northamptonshire., As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. 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 2026 as well as making the Great Place to Work for Development and Wellbeing list!

We offer a rewarding role with a range of employee benefits, including:

• Has excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Has previous experience in a customer-facing or service management role
• Demonstrates professionalism and a commitment to high-quality service
• Enjoys variety and takes initiative in a busy environment
• Can solve problems effectively and remain calm under pressure
• Is comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other basic digital tools
• Has an awareness of basic Health and Safety (training will be provided)
• Holds or is willing to obtain first aid qualifications (training provided)
• Experience in property management is an advantage
• Enjoys organising events

• Group personal pension and life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working hours
• Work in beautiful surroundings
• Generous annual leave (25 days, rising to 28 days) plus bank holidays
• Access to our employee discounts platform (gift cards, supermarkets, restaurants, and more)