# Relief Senior Care Lead - Days or Nights - Northbourne Court## Job Introduction**Join Avante Care & Support as a Relief Senior Care Lead – Days or Nights available!**Avante Care & Support is dedicated to delivering high-quality residential care to the elderly, including those living with dementia. Our mission is to create vibrant, fulfilling lives for everyone in our care.We are seeking compassionate and experienced **Relief Senior Care Lead’s to work either Days or Nights** to join our team at**Northbourne Court, Sidcup.****Your Role:**As a Senior Care Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional care delivery for residents. Working closely with the Manager and Deputy Manager, you’ll lead by example, supervise care staff, and ensure that residents receive person-centred care that meets and exceeds regulatory standards.**You’ll:*** Deliver compassionate, individualized care based on residents’ needs.* Supervise and support a team of Care Service Assistants.* Ensure care practices align with Avante’s Philosophy of Care and the Eden Alternative principles.* Provide leadership and guidance during the absence of home management.* Contribute to staff training, development, and compliance with quality standards.* Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.**What We’re Looking For:** NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (essential) A compassionate, professional, and proactive approach Confidence to lead by example and a genuine passion for improving lives 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 & Wellbeing Employee recognition awards Life Assurance **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.### Relief Senior Care Lead - Days or Nights - Northbourne Court* **Salary** £14.78 - £15.38* **Frequency** Hourly* **Job Reference** avantecare/TP/108/629* **Contract Type** Relief/ Bank/ Casual* **Closing Date** 21 January, 2026* **Job Category** Front Line Supervisor* **Service/ Department** Residential Care* **Location** Harland Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 7NU, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 05 January, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr