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Care Supervisor

Job details
Posting date: 05 June 2026
Salary: £12.24 to £15.24 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 21 June 2026
Location: Colchester, Essex
Remote working: On-site only
Company: McCarthy Stone
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: MCC1208728

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Summary

Care Supervisor– No Travel, Just Meaningful Impact!
Lancer House, Butt Road, Colchester, Essex
Part-time ¦ 33 hour per week

£15.24/hr (day shifts) ¦ £12.24/hr (sleep-in nights) + additional supplemental £6.81 per sleep shift and £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 Care Supervisor at our beautiful Lancer House estate where your leadership can truly make a difference.

Lancer House is a Retirement Living PLUS development exclusively for the over 70s. This development comprises 53 apartments with numerous communal facilities such as a Club Lounge, a Wellness Suite and a bistro-style restaurant which serves freshly prepared food daily

Typical shift starts from 4.15pm to 9.00am working twice a week and working alternate weekends.

Our Care Supervisors sleep between 11:00pm and 07:00am providing emergency support only 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:

£15.24 / hour day rate
£12.24 / hour sleeping night rate + additional supplemental £6.81 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.

Ready to Apply?

We review applications as they come in and may close the role early for the right candidate.
UK-based applicants only. Sponsorship is not available.

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