Care Home Unit Manager

Care Home Unit Manager (NMC Registered Nurse)
£50,000 per annum
Watton, Norfolk

Are you an experienced nurse leader passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care? We are recruiting a Care Home Unit Manager to join a strong and supportive management team within a well-established care home.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically focused leader who thrives on developing teams, driving high standards of care, and making a real difference to residents’ lives.

About the Role As Care Home Unit Manager, you will support the Home Manager in the day-to-day operational and clinical oversight of the home. Working closely with nurses and carers, you will ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery that meets regulatory requirements and, most importantly, the individual needs of residents.

You will take a hands-on leadership role, championing clinical excellence, strengthening governance, and actively contributing to clinical delivery across the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager to develop, implement, and monitor clinical governance policies, NICE guidelines, and procedures in line with NMC and regulatory standards.
• Lead, support, and mentor nurses and carers, providing coaching and training in up-to-date clinical practices including medication administration, wound care, and resident assessments.
• Ensure accurate and compliant care records are maintained, with care plans reflecting residents’ individual needs and best professional practice.
• Monitor and review clinical standards, identifying areas for improvement and driving positive change.
• Work collaboratively with the Home Manager and wider leadership team to promote a positive, supportive, and engaged working environment.
• Act as a role model, demonstrating excellent clinical practice, leadership, and professionalism at all times.

Skills & Attributes

• Proven experience as a Nurse Manager or in a similar leadership role within the care sector.
• Approachable, professional, and confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player with effective coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent clinical skills with a strong focus on person-centred care.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Confident IT user with experience of electronic care records and databases.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse with relevant post-registration experience.

What’s in it for You

• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum
• Opportunity to be part of a supportive and experienced leadership team
• A role where you can truly influence clinical standards and resident outcomes
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Apply Now If you are a motivated nurse leader ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.