Unit Manager - Clinical

NHS; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elderly care provider in Bracknell is looking for a Unit Manager - Clinical. You will lead a team to enhance residents' quality of life and manage medication systems in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should have an active NMC PIN and NVQ 3 or equivalent. This role is a chance to make positive impacts and grow in your career within a committed team.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career development

DBS check costs covered

Qualifications

• Active NMC PIN required.
• Minimum two years experience in a care home.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of nurses and carers.
• Enhance resident quality of life.
• Manage medication systems and orders.
• Ensure staff support and training.

Skills

Team leadership

Effective communication

Care planning

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care

Job description

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together'. They are passionate about creating an enriching environment for their residents and empowering their team to deliver exceptional care. As a Unit Manager - Clinical, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the care home management team to provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Main duties of the job

As a Unit Manager - Clinical, your focus will be to lead a team of nurses, senior carers, and carers to provide staff support, enhance the residents' quality of life through effective care planning, and manage the medication systems. You will also support the Deputy Manager and Clinical Managers in various operational tasks to ensure the smooth running of the unit.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with over 100 homes across the country. They are committed to creating meaningful experiences for their residents and employees, and offer a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Shift Details: 7.45 - 20.00, 3 days a week including every other weekend

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we're here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, you'll be making a positive impact on residents' lives every day—your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We're committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you'll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

About the role

• Leading a team of nurses, senior carers and carers to provide staff support, including demonstrations and instruction of care activities.
• Enhancing and promoting the resident's quality of life through effective care planning.
• Managing and participating in the rota to ensure that senior care and care support are always available and that the unit is covered appropriately.
• Supporting the Deputy Manager and Clinical Managers in managing the medication systems and ordering and distributing prescribed medication to residents.

About you

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidate must have:

• An active NMC PIN.
• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• At least two years' experience of working within a care home environment.
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

About Avery

At Avery, we're not just one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes; we're a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we're passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
• NMC PIN essential.