Relief Senior Care Lead - Days - Malling Grange, West Malling

AVANTE CARE AND SUPPORT LIMITED; West Malling; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced rate of pay for NVQ Level 3

Free DBS check and uniform

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

24/7 GP and wellbeing support

Staff recognition schemes

Discounts at 800+ retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is seeking a Senior Care Lead - Days (Relief) to join Malling Grange in West Malling. You will lead and mentor care staff, provide hands-on care, and ensure resident-centred care as the new home opens in Autumn 2026.

Initial placement at Pilgrims View in Snodland, with a transfer to Malling Grange on opening. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential, and the role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Compassionate, professional and proactive leader.
• Able to lead by example and support team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Care Support Assistants to deliver person-centred care.
• Provide hands-on care and build meaningful connections with residents.
• Manage the home in the absence of senior leadership.
• Support training and development for colleagues.
• Maintain high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Philosophy.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Senior Care Lead - Days (Relief)

Location:Malling Grange
Pay:£14.72 - £15.22 per hour
Hours:Relief hours available - (Days)

Join the opening team at Malling Grange, 2 Station Road North, West Malling, ME19 6XF – our brand-new, luxury and personalised care home opening in Autumn 2026.

Please note: Whilst Malling Grange is being prepared for opening, successful applicants will initially work at Pilgrims View, 19 Roberts Road, Snodland, ME6 5HL, before transferring to Malling Grange when the home opens.

About the Home

Designed around luxurious interiors and modern care technology, Malling Grange will offer spacious en-suite bedrooms, elegant lounges, a café/bistro, cinema, hair salon, landscaped gardens, wellbeing spaces and four individually themed care suites.

We are building a passionate founding team who will bring warmth, professionalism, and dedication to every resident’s experience.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and mentor Care Support Assistants to deliver exceptional, person-centred care
• Provide hands-on care and build meaningful connections with residents
• Manage the home in the absence of senior leadership
• Support training and development for colleagues
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy

About You

• We’d love to hear from you if you:
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care(essential)
• Are compassionate, professional, and proactive
• Have confidence to lead by example
• Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives

Why People Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Enhanced rate of pay for NVQ Level 3 qualification
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• 24/7 GP and wellbeing support
• Staff recognition schemes
• Discounts at 800+ retailers

Additional Information

Be part of something special and help shape a brand-new home from day one.

All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted