Care Supervisor

McCarthy & Stone; St Albans; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Level 3 training funded

28 days holiday (pro-rated)

Pension & life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Staff perks: property discounts

Guest suites in other UK locations

High-street discounts & gift cards

Job summary

McCarthy Stone is seeking a Care Supervisor at Eleanor House, St Albans, to lead a care team in a purpose-built retirement community. The role offers a part-time schedule with 33 hours per week and no travel between clients, enabling meaningful resident impact.

You will supervise carers, coordinate care plans, and help residents stay safe, active, and connected in a welcoming environment. Leadership and care experience are essential.

Qualifications

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

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

Supervision experience

Care experience

Organised & compassionate

Education

Level 3 Adult Health & Social Care

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Supervisor - No Travel, Just Meaningful Impact!

Eleanor House, London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire

Part Time - 33 hour per week

£16.25/hr (day shifts) - £12.65/hr (sleep-in nights) + additional supplemental £10.80 per sleep shift and £1/hr weekend uplift where applicable.

Eleanor House is one of our Retirement Living Plus developments, which has 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, a large homeowners lounge for socialising, and landscaped gardens.

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 Care Supervisor at our beautiful Eleanor House estate where your leadership can truly make a difference.

A typical shift starts from 4.15pm and finishes at 9.00am, working alternate weekends.

Our Care Supervisors sleep between 11:00pm and 07:00am providing only emergency support to our homeowners throughout that period.

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

Pay & Shift Details

• £16.25 / hour day rate


• £12.65 / hour sleeping night rate + additional supplemental £10.80 per sleep shift.


• + £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)


• Pension scheme & life insurance


• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health, counselling & wellbeing support


• Staff Perks:


• 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.

UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship is not available.

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!