Senior Care Lead 33 Hours - Amherst Court, Chatham

Avante Care & Support; Chatham; Vor Ort; GBP 20.000 - 21.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

NVQ3 enhanced rate pay

Free DBS check

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Training and development

GP and wellbeing support

Staff recognition

Retail discounts

Zusammenfassung

Avante Care & Support, located at Amherst Court, is seeking a Senior Care Lead to inspire and guide the team while delivering person-centred care to residents. The role involves mentoring Care Support Assistants, providing hands-on care, and ensuring smooth operation in the absence of senior leadership.

You will support training and development, uphold high care standards aligned with the Eden Alternative Philosophy, and contribute to a warm, respectful home environment for residents and their

Qualifikationen

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities are required.
• Ability to deliver person-centred care and support residents.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Mentoring

Hands-on care

Training support

Ausbildung

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Jobbeschreibung

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Senior Care Lead

Location: Amherst Court

Pay: £14.72 - £15.22 per hour

Hours: Nights - 33 hours per week night shifts available (including alternate weekends) and Bank Shifts for Days and Nights

Lead with Heart

At Amherst Court our Senior Care Leads do more than manage – they inspire teams, support residents, and create a home filled with warmth and compassion.

We’re looking for friendly, proactive leaders to join our team. Whether you work days, nights, or relief shifts, you’ll deliver person-centred care, guide Care Assistants, and make sure every resident feels valued and supported.

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

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.