Relief Care Supervisor

McCarthy Stone is hiring a Relief Care Supervisor to support our friendly team at Ely, Cambridgeshire, Your Role as a Relief Care Supervisor As a Relief Care Supervisor, you will:

• Support residents' safety, wellbeing, and independence
• Respond to emergency calls during night shifts
• Oversee and assist with day-to-day care tasks
• Coordinate and support engaging social activities
• Foster a positive, welcoming environment for residents and staff
  
  Experience in a senior care role
• Minimum Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A caring, friendly, and reliable attitude
• Team leadership experience is a bonus
  
  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! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks … it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel … even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand

Help older adults live safely, independently, and with dignity - all in a secure and vibrant retirement community. Pay and Hours
• Day shifts: £15.75 per hour
• Sleeping night shifts: £12.24 per hour
• Weekend premium: Additional £1 per hour
• Additional supplemental £10.53 per sleep shift
• Shifts: Flexible day, evening, and weekend shifts
• Scheduled in coordination with the Estate and Operations Managers, Why Work with McCarthy Stone?
We are proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work and we are committed to supporting and rewarding our team. Financial Rewards
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Premium pay on weekends
Staff Perks
• Employee discounts on McCarthy Stone apartments
• Access to guest suites across the UK
• Discount platform with savings at top retailers, restaurants, and more
Career Development
• Funding for Level 3 Adult Care qualifications
• Opportunities for management and leadership training
Health and Wellbeing
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Free access to mental health support and counselling