Unit Manager
| Company: | Runwood Homes |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £14.20 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Theydon Bois, CM16 7LD |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Unit Manager
About the role:
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Unit Manager to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate care professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in the leadership and day-to-day management of a designated unit. As a Unit Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring residents receive the highest standards of person-centred care while leading, supporting and developing the care team.
Key Responsibilities:
Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your designated unit, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
Ensure residents' dignity, independence, choice and individual needs are respected and promoted at all times.
Lead and supervise the care team, providing guidance, support and mentorship to ensure excellent standards of care.
Take responsibility for residents' and employees' documentation, ensuring records are accurate, clear, timely and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Maintain high standards of care practice across the unit and ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
Administer and manage residents' medication in line with company policies, national standards and pharmaceutical guidelines.
Monitor residents' wellbeing and report any incidents, concerns or changes that may affect their health, safety or welfare.
Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager with the effective running of the Home and deputise when required.
Assist with staff recruitment, rota planning and attendance monitoring to help maintain a strong and consistent team.
Identify training and development needs within the team and support colleagues to develop their skills and knowledge.
Ensure residents receive excellent support with their personal care needs, including bathing, toileting, dressing, hygiene and mealtimes.
Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:
28 days Paid Holiday
Weekly Pay
Pension Scheme
Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
Comprehensive induction and ongoing, paid training
Free DBS Check and uniform
Funding and support towards obtaining NVQS
Opportunities to progress your career within the company
Employee of the Month awards
About you:
We are looking for someone who is experienced within a care environment and has a strong understanding of person-centred care. You will be confident in leading and motivating a team, organised and proactive, with the ability to manage responsibilities effectively. You should have knowledge of care planning, medication and regulatory requirements, alongside excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues. Most importantly, you will be passionate about delivering high-quality care, promoting dignity and independence, and supporting colleagues to achieve their potential.
About Runwood Homes:
Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 57 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.
At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.
As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications or successfully recruit a suitable candidate. Early application is therefore encouraged.