Registered Manager
| Company: | McCarthy Stone |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,298.60 to £40,298.60 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9DD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 28 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Registered Care Manager
Receive an introductory bonus of £500 when you start with us and a further £500 once probation has been passed.
- Applications will only be considered from candidates who hold a
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours:38.75 per week (with some weekendwork each month)
Salary: £40,298.59 per annum,plus
UNCAPPED annual and quarterly performance bonuses.
Level 5 Leadership in Health & Social Care qualification (or equivalent).
OR must be 75% completed and must be able to complete the course in your probation period.
About the Role
McCarthy & Stone are recruiting an experienced and compassionate Registered Care Manager to join the team at our Corbett Court, Retirement Living Plus Development in Burgess Hill, West Sussex.You will take overall responsibility for the
day-to-day management, care delivery, and operational running of the community, ensuring residents enjoy independence, dignity, and a vibrant lifestyle.
As the Registered Care Manager, you will provide strong leadership to your care and support team, uphold the highest quality standards, and ensure compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the development, ensuring high-quality care and support.
- Lead, inspire and supervise a dedicated care team.
- Maintain CQC compliance and manage audits, quality checks, and safeguarding.
- Work collaboratively with the Sales and Rentals Teams to promote occupancy and community engagement.
- Manage budgets and ensure financial processes are followed.
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals.
- Promote wellbeing and independence through tailored support and activities.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be a confident leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, able to balance care quality with operational efficiency.
Essential:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care(or equivalent).
- Experience in managing a care or housing-with-care service
- Knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory requirements
- Excellent people management and organisational skills
OR must be 75% completed and must be able to complete the course in your probation period.
Desirable:
- Experience within retirement living, extra care, or domiciliary care settings
- Ability to manage budgets and service delivery to a high standard
Comprehensive Benefits:
- Paid Training - eligibility applies.
- Mentoring scheme
- Work-Life Balance: 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
- Financial and Wellness Support: Access life insurance, a company pension, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program offering counselling, mental health support, and more.
- Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments for employees and immediate family, opportunities to stay in guest suites across our UK developments, and discounts on gift cards for top brands and restaurants.
Why Join Us
- Supportive company culture with ongoing
- A fulfilling role making a real difference in residents’ lives
- Opportunities to shape a thriving, independent community
training and professional development
How to Apply
If you are an experienced
Registered Care Manager ready to lead with passion and professionalism, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our dedicated team and help our residents live life to the fullest!
We do not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to
work in the UK.
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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!
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