Senior Care Lead - Days / Nights

Avante Care & Support; Chatham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team as a Senior Care Lead at a well-established not-for-profit charity. This role is pivotal in delivering person-centred care to residents in nursing and dementia care homes. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring high standards of care while promoting a safe and supportive environment. With opportunities for training and development, you will play a key role in enhancing the lives of over 1,000 older people. If you are passionate about making a positive difference and have the necessary experience, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Highly competitive rates of pay

DBS check at no cost

Pension contributions

Free uniform

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

24/7 access to virtual GP services

Training & development opportunities

Employee of the Month & Sparkle Awards

Discounts at over 800 retailers

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position is essential.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants ensuring high care standards.
• Supervise and mentor staff, promoting safe practices.
• Support home management in the absence of senior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Care Planning

Health & Safety Regulations

Team Supervision

Mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Team as a Senior Care Lead at Avante Care & Support!

At Avante Care & Support , a well-established not-for-profit charity, we provide high-quality care to over 1,000 older people across our nursing and dementia care homes. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents and their families.

We are looking for a Senior Care Lead - Full Time or Part Time (Nights) to join our team at Amherst Court , located in Chatham, Kent. This role requires an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care, along with prior experience in a similar position.

About the Role: As a Senior Care Lead , you’ll be responsible for leading a team of Care Assistants and ensuring the highest standards of care for our residents. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to deliver person-centred care, focused on meeting residents’ physical, emotional, and social needs.

You will also support the management of the home in the absence of senior staff, ensuring that our care practices align with Avante’s high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by example in delivering personal care in line with residents’ care plans.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Care Assistants, ensuring care practices meet Avante’s quality standards.
• Contribute to staff training and development, maintaining a safe and effective working environment.
• Promote and adhere to Health and Safety regulations, ensuring the safety of staff, residents, and visitors.

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive rates of pay
• DBS check at no cost
• Pension contributions
• Free uniform
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• 24/7 access to virtual GP services, physiotherapy, and counselling
• Training & development opportunities
• Employee of the Month & Sparkle Awards
• Discounts at over 800 retailers
• Flexible working patterns
• A friendly, supportive, team environment

Why Avante Care & Support?

• We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Positions are subject to Enhanced DBS checks .
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

If you’re passionate about making a real difference and have the experience we need, we’d love to hear from you!