Unit Manager

Harri; Loughton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Increased Annual Leave after 3 years

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays time off

Sick pay above statutory entitlement

Refer a Friend scheme

Recognition and staff appreciation

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Long service awards

Job summary

Oakland Care in Loughton is seeking an experienced Unit Manager to lead a care unit with a focus on person-centred care. You will inspire a dedicated team and shape a positive, safe home for residents.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, developing staff, maintaining care plans, and ensuring regulatory compliance. A compassionate leader with strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior care position or management role.
• NVQ Level 3/4/5 or NMC registration desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the unit, ensuring high standards of person-centred care.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a committed care team.
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation reflecting residents’ needs.
• Managing staffing levels, rotas, and shift coordination.
• Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

People management

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3/4/5 or NMC registration

Job description

Lead with Purpose, Make a Difference Every Day

We are looking for an experienced, compassionate, and driven Unit Manager to lead one of our care units within our welcoming, high-quality care home.

This is more than just a management role—it’s an opportunity to shape lives, inspire a dedicated team, and create a truly positive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and at home.

If you’re a confident leader with a genuine passion for person-centred care and developing others, this is your chance to take the next step in your care career.

We offersome excellent rewards and benefits including:

• We offer all team members 1 freemeal per shift.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get EXTRAtime off to celebratethat special birthday.
• Company sickpay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subjectto length of service).
• Refer a FriendScheme for successfulreferrals- for all permanentroles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).
• Long service awards.

And much more……….

Location:Woodland Grove, Rectory Ln, Loughton IG10 3RU

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £35,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent/Full time

Shift: Days

What You’ll Be Doing

As Unit Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding care and supporting those around you. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the unit, ensuring consistently high standards of person-centred care.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a committed care team.
• Ensuring care plans and documentation are accurate, up to date, and truly reflect residents’ needs.
• Managing staffing levels, rotas, and shift coordination effectively.
• Maintaining full compliance with CQC regulations, policies, and best practice.
• Acting as a visible role model, promoting excellence in care.
• Supporting recruitment, induction, supervision, and ongoing staff development.
• Building strong relationships with residents, families, senior management, and external professionals.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings both expertise and heart to the role:

• Experience in a senior care position (e.g. Unit Manager, Senior Nurse, Senior Carer or similar).
• A recognised qualification in Health & Social Care (NVQ Level 3/4/5 or NMC registration – desirable).
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• A compassionate, professional approach with a passion for delivering high-quality care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and maintain high standards in a busy environment.

Why Join Us?

We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you can expect:

• A supportive and approachable management team.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• A positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in residents’ lives every single day.

Our Values

Our mission is simple but powerful:
To provide exceptional homes where people can live, love, and be loved—together as one family.

We live by our core values:

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ready to step into a rewarding leadership role where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.