Senior Care Lead (Full Time-Nights) Wain House

Avante Care & Support; Westgate-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Uniform provided

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

24/7 GP and wellbeing support

Staff recognition schemes

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is recruiting a Senior Care Lead for Night shifts at Wain House. You will lead a team to deliver compassionate, person-centred care for residents and provide hands-on support during night hours.

You will also guide Care Assistants, train staff, and help maintain high care standards in line with the Eden Alternative Philosophy, ensuring residents feel safe and valued in a warm home environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential.
• We are seeking friendly, proactive leaders who can lead by example.
• Candidates should be compassionate, professional and proactive.

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

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Senior Care Lead Nights (Full time)

Location: Wain House

Pay: £14.72 - £15.22 per hour

Hours: Full Time (Nights)

About The Home

Avante Care & Support is delighted to introduce Wain House — a brand-new, purpose-built care home offering exceptional residential and dementia care in a beautifully designed, welcoming environment.

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

Lead with Heart

At Wain House 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.