General Manager

NHS Jobs; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a General Manager for West Wood Care Home in Sheringham. You will lead a vibrant, person-centered care environment, driving recruitment, development, and exceptional resident experiences.

You will act as a main liaison for residents, families, and external professionals, ensuring safe and compassionate care while steering team performance and budgets. The role requires strong leadership, a proven track record in care management, and excellent communication with staff

Qualifications

• Have at least four years experience in a similar care environment.
• Hold a Leadership and Management Level 5 qualification (or equivalent).
• Bring strong leadership and management skills.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
• Be IT‑competent and comfortable with digital systems.
• Be adaptable, flexible, and ready to step in where needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive recruitment, retention, and development to build a strong, engaged team.
• Be the key point of contact for residents, families, visitors, and external professionals.
• Manage staffing levels to ensure safe, effective care at all times.
• Provide inspiring leadership that empowers your team to be their best.
• Oversee budgets, stock, and resources to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations.

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment

IT competence

Communication

Adaptability

Team management

Education

Leadership & Management Level 5

Tools

Digital systems

Job description

Package Description:

At Avery Healthcare, everything we do starts with the people who care for our residents. We know how much passion, effort, and heart our teams put into their work and were here to champion you, support you, and celebrate you every step of the way. When you join us, youre not just starting a job youre making a real difference. Every day, your compassion helps shape meaningful moments for our residents. In return, were committed to helping you grow, thrive, and feel truly valued. With ongoing development opportunities, a supportive culture, and a team that feels like family, youll find a workplace where you can be proud of the impact you make. Were now searching for a warm, inspiring, and dedicated General Manager to join our awardwinning team at West Wood Care Home in Sheringham. If youre ready to lead with heart and help create exceptional experiences for residents and colleagues alike, wed love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our General Manager, youll be the driving force behind a vibrant, personcentred care environment.

• Championing highquality, personcentred care based on best practice
• Driving recruitment, retention, and development to build a strong, engaged team
• Acting as a key point of contact for residents, families, visitors, and external professionals
• Managing staffing levels to ensure safe, effective care at all times
• Providing inspiring leadership that empowers your team to be their best
• Overseeing budgets, stock, and resources to ensure efficient, costeffective operations

ABOUT YOU

Youll be someone who naturally lives our values caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable and brings them into everything you do.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have at least four years experience in a similar care environment
• Hold a Leadership and Management Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)
• Bring strong leadership and management skills
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing
• Be ITcompetent and comfortable with digital systems
• Be adaptable, flexible, and ready to step in where needed

ABOUT AVERY

Avery isnt just one of the UKs leading providers of luxury elderly care its a place where people genuinely love to work. We believe later life should be rich, fulfilling, and full of meaning, and were passionate about creating experiences that reflect that. With over 100 homes across the UK and a vision of creating meaningful lives together, were proud to offer an environment where residents feel cherished and employees feel empowered, supported, and appreciated. Join us, and discover why Avery is the preferred choice for both residents and team members.

PLEASE NOTE

A DBS Disclosure will be required (funded by Avery Healthcare) Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is essential This advert may close early depending on application volume and business needs