Senior Care Lead - Days / Nights (Part Time) Court Regis

Avante Care & Support Ltd.; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is seeking a passionate Senior Care Lead (Part Time) for Court Regis in Sittingbourne. The ideal candidate will promote high standards of care and support a team of Care Assistants. This vital role, requiring NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, offers competitive pay and a supportive environment focused on the well-being of residents.

Benefits

Highly competitive rates of pay

Pension contributions

Free uniform

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

24/7 access to virtual GP services

Employee of the Month & Sparkle Awards

Life Insurance

Discounts at over 800 retailers

Friendly, supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position within health and social care.
• Ability to lead and supervise a care team effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants in delivering personal care.
• Supervise and mentor staff, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Support the home management in the absence of senior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Teamwork

Person-Centred Care

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Lead - Days / Nights (Part Time) Court Regis

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

AtAvante 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 - Part Time (Days or Nights) to join our team at Court Regis, located in Sittingbourne, 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
• Pension contributions
• Free uniform
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• 24/7 access to virtual GP services and counselling
• Employee of the Month&Sparkle Awards
• Life Insurance
• Discounts at over 800 retailers
• A friendly, supportive, team environment

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

Senior Care Lead - Days / Nights (Part Time) Court Regis

• Frequency Hourly
• Job Reference avantecare/TP/108/383
• Contract Type Part Time
• Closing Date No Expiry Date
• Job Category Front Line Supervisor
• Service/ Department Residential Care