Unit Manager - Lewisham

Care Concern Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing

A nutritious meal during shifts

GP Online for you and dependants

Discounts across 1,600+ stores

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Learning and development

Career progression opportunities

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Care Concern Group's Alexander Care Centre seeks an Unit Manager to lead a care team and drive high-quality, person-centred care across the unit. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure adherence to care plans, and support safe, well-organised environments.

Working with the Home Manager and healthcare professionals, you will monitor wellbeing, manage medication processes, maintain documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement and staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Medication administration training with competency.
• Experience leading or managing a care team.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive and accountable approach to care delivery.
• Caring, compassionate and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the unit team to deliver high-quality person-centred care.
• Oversee day-to-day operational management and ensure compliance with standards.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and respond to changes in condition.
• Oversee medication processes and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with Home Manager, families and healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive care

Compassionate approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

As Unit Manager, you will play a key role in leading and developing your team while ensuring high quality, person centred care is delivered consistently across your unit. This role carries responsibility for the day to day operational management of the unit, maintaining standards and supporting a safe, well organised and positive environment. You will oversee the delivery of care, ensuring it is aligned to individual care plans, best practice and regulatory requirements. This includes supporting the team, monitoring residents' wellbeing, overseeing medication processes and responding effectively to any changes in condition, ensuring care remains safe and responsive. You will also take responsibility for maintaining accurate documentation, including care plans, risk assessments and daily records. Working closely with the Home Manager, colleagues, families and healthcare professionals, you will support clear communication, accountability and continuous improvement across the service.

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Medication administration training with competency
• Previous experience leading or managing a care team
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and accountable approach to care delivery
• A caring, compassionate and professional attitude

Alexander Care Centre is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards