Unit Manager

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 offer some excellent rewards and benefits

including:

• We

offer all team members 1 free meal 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 EXTRA time off to celebrate that special

birthday.

• Company

sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement

(subject to length of service).

• Refer

a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all

permanent roles 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.

Apply today and be part of a team that genuinely values

care, compassion, and leadership.