senior care lead

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 - 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.

Why Join Us?  

✅ Competitive pay

✅ FREE DBS check & uniform

✅ Flexible working patterns

✅ Pension contributions

✅ Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers

✅ Training & career progression opportunities

✅ 24/7 access to GP & counselling

✅ Employee recognition awards  

✅ Life Assurance  

Ready to make a real impact? Apply today!  

Join us to make a real difference in residents' lives. Apply now via our online career's portal.  

(All roles subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.) 

Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.  

We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.  

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.  

Thank you for considering Avante Care & Support! Together, let’s create a caring environment for those who need it most.