Job Introduction
Join Avante Care & Support as a Senior Care Lead!
Location: Chaucer House, Canterbury
Pay: £14.32 – £14.82 per hour
Job Type: 36 hours per week, Permanent
Avante Care & Support, a trusted charity supporting over 1,000 older people, is on the lookout for a compassionate and dynamic Senior Care Lead - Days to join our team. With over 30 years of experience, we are proud to provide exceptional care through our homes and services, fostering vibrant and fulfilling lives for our residents.
Your Role
As a Senior Care Lead, you'll play a key leadership role, ensuring the highest standards of care delivery and team performance. You'll:
- Lead and inspire a team of Care Assistants to deliver top-quality, person-centred care.
- Provide hands-on care and emotional support to residents in line with Avante’s Philosophy of Care and the Eden Alternative.
- Supervise and manage the home in the absence of senior management.
- Mentor and train staff, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for residents and colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
You’re a natural leader with:
- A passion for improving lives and creating meaningful connections.
- An NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (required).
- A professional, kind, and proactive approach.
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.