Unit Manager (Non Clinical)

HC-One Ltd.; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a compassionate Unit Manager to oversee and enhance the quality of care within our care home. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring our residents receive dignified and person-centered care. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on residents' lives while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Nutritious meal during shifts > 8 hours

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service for employees and children

Colleague discounts at retailers

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in a care home for vulnerable adults.
• Ability to connect with people and communicate kindly.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and ability to recognize and respond to signs of abuse.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for a specific part of the home and ensuring high standards of care.
• Addressing residents' needs and administering medication.
• Running the entire home when the Home Manager is absent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Accountability

Job description

About The Role

In your role as a Unit Manager at HC-One, you’ll value one thing above all: kindness. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories. Joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

As a Unit Manager, you will be responsible for a specific part of the home and delivering the highest standard of care. You may also run the entire home when the Home Manager and Deputy Home Manager are absent. Your duties include addressing residents' needs with dignity and ensuring their well-being, whether reporting mobility issues, requesting samples for monitoring, or administering medication.

We are passionate about fostering an inclusive environment where our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and promote inclusive working practices.

We aim to provide an excellent working experience, with a quick turnaround from job offer to onboarding.

About The Company

In addition to your salary, HC-One offers a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities with qualifications
• GP online service for you and children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street retailers
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to a swift onboarding process from offer to start date.

About You

You will have proven leadership skills in a care home for vulnerable adults. Your positive energy, ability to connect with people, and sense of accountability are essential. You will communicate considerately and kindly with residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All staff must attend safeguarding training and undertake additional relevant training. You should also be able to seek advice and escalate concerns when necessary.