Unit Nurse Manager (RGN) - Care Home

Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Unit Nurse Manager (General) at a Barchester care home, you'll use your compassion and initiative to make sure our residents get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to plan, manage and monitor the delivery of nursing that meets all of our residents' needs. This means you'll implement person-centred care plans that make a real difference to our residents' day-to-day lives. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you can expect to plan rotas, recruit, train and mentor staff and build relationships with local regulators and social services. In the role of Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to take your unit from strength to strength, with plenty of opportunities for professional development along the way. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. Experience in producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important, as is an up-to-date knowledge of recent clinical prac Main duties of the job As a Unit Nurse Manager (General) at a Barchester care home, you will utilize your compassion and initiative to ensure residents receive the quality care they deserve. Responsibilities include planning, managing, and monitoring the delivery of nursing that meets all residents' needs, implementing person-centred care plans, planning rotas, recruiting, training, mentoring staff, and building relationships with local regulators and social services. You'll have autonomy and professional development opportunities. To qualify, you must be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, experience in producing care plans and risk assessments, and knowledge of clinical practices and regulatory frameworks. Leadership skills are essential as you will act as a clinical mentor, supporting new nurses through their preceptorship. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including paid NMC registration, free training, and development, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and immigration fee support for eligible nurses. About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on delivering personalized and compassionate care to their residents. They operate care homes and continuously strive to enhance the quality of life for their residents through comprehensive care management. Barchester Healthcare values professional development, allowing staff the flexibility and opportunities to grow and strengthen their careers. The company is committed to providing an environment where professionals can apply their skills effectively, ensuring that all team members work collaboratively towards the common goal of delivering superior care. With a supportive and dynamic workplace culture, Barchester Healthcare is consistently recognized for its dedication to quality services and the well-being of its residents. They invest in their staff through continuous training and development, emphasizing the importance of leadership and innovation in care delivery. Barchester aims to be a trusted and reputable name in the healthcare sector. Details Date posted 16 June 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £23.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1517329958 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Brackley NN13 6JZ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Unit Nurse Manager (General) at a Barchester care home, you'll use your compassion and initiative to make sure our residents get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to plan, manage and monitor the delivery of nursing that meets all of our residents' needs. This means you'll implement person-centred care plans that make a real difference to our residents' day-to-day lives. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you can expect to plan rotas, recruit, train and mentor staff and build relationships with local regulators and social services. In the role of Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to take your unit from strength to strength, with plenty of opportunities for professional development along the way. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. Experience in producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important, as is an up-to-date knowledge of recent clinical practices and regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. You'll be a natural leader who has acted as a clinical mentor, including supporting newly qualified nurses through their preceptorship. Dedicated, ambitious and resilient, you'll have a strong track record of delivering improvements to achieve quality care. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)And so much more! If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Unit Nurse Manager (General) at a Barchester care home, you'll use your compassion and initiative to make sure our residents get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to plan, manage and monitor the delivery of nursing that meets all of our residents' needs. This means you'll implement person-centred care plans that make a real difference to our residents' day-to-day lives. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you can expect to plan rotas, recruit, train and mentor staff and build relationships with local regulators and social services. In the role of Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to take your unit from strength to strength, with plenty of opportunities for professional development along the way. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Unit Nurse Manager (General), you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. Experience in producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important, as is an up-to-date knowledge of recent clinical practices and regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. You'll be a natural leader who has acted as a clinical mentor, including supporting newly qualified nurses through their preceptorship. Dedicated, ambitious and resilient, you'll have a strong track record of delivering improvements to achieve quality care. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)And so much more! If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, experience in care plans and risk assessments, knowledge of clinical practices and regulatory frameworks. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, experience in care plans and risk assessments, knowledge of clinical practices and regulatory frame