Senior Carer / Senior Support Worker – Mental Health

Lovecare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction

CPD opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

LHCC Group in East London is seeking an experienced Senior Carer to assist the Registered Manager with daily operations across residential and supported living mental health services. You will lead shifts, supervise care staff, and ensure high standards of person-centred care and regulatory compliance.

The role offers opportunities for career progression, comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD to support professional development within LHCC Group.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma or equivalent qualification is desirable.
• Previous senior care or support experience within residential, supported living or mental health services is required or desirable.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support care staff during shifts.
• Lead shifts and ensure high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the service.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments and medication administration.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and organisational policies.
• Mentor and support junior staff and new starters.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing for people with mental health support needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CQC knowledge

Staff supervision

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Job description

Internal and External Applicants Welcome

Join LHCC Group and take the next step in your career by supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred mental health services.

LHCC Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Carer to assist the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operation of our residential and supported living mental health services. The successful candidate will lead shifts, supervise care staff and ensure that high standards of care and regulatory compliance are maintained.

Applications are welcomed from both current LHCC Group employees and external candidates. Existing employees are encouraged to apply as part of our commitment to career development and progression.

Location

East London

£13.35 – 15.00 per hour

Hours of Work

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and support care staff during shifts.
• Lead shifts and ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered.
• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Assist with care planning, risk assessments and medication administration.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and organisational policies.
• Mentor and support junior staff and new starters.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing for people with mental health support needs.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification is desirable.
• Applicants currently working towards a relevant Level 3 qualification will also be considered.
• Previous experience in a senior care or support role within residential care, supported living or mental health services.
• Good knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding and person-centred care.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to supervise staff and lead shifts effectively.

What We Offer

• Career progression opportunities for existing LHCC Group employees.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Rolling Recruitment Campaign

This is a rolling recruitment campaign, and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

HR Department

LHCC Group
4 Gainsborough Road
Leytonstone
London E11 1HT