Job Description

About the company

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At Kingsley Healthcare, we are more than just a care home group - we are a proud, family-run business driven by a passion to make a meaningful difference in people's lives every single day. Our dedicated teams transform care into a calling, delivering excellence with compassion, integrity, and respect.

As the UK's only large care home provider to achieve B Corp certification, we continue to lead the sector in responsible, values-driven care.

In 2024 and again in 2025, we were honoured to be named Health Investor's Residential Elderly Large Care Provider of the Year

, a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation.

For eight consecutive years, we've been recognised among the Top 20 Large UK Care Home Groups by carehome.co.uk

, reflecting consistently high standards and resident satisfaction.

We are also proud to be a Real Living Wage employer

, ensuring that the dedication of our team members is valued and fairly rewarded.

Our commitment to people-first values has earned us outstanding workplace recognition, including a 4.7 rating on Glassdoor, a 4.5 rating on Indeed, and the No.1 ranking in the UK for wellbeing at work (Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023).

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that puts both its residents and people at the heart of everything it does, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

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As a Unit Manager, you will assist the Home Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the home. You will be part of a strong management team, working closely with our nurses and carers to provide a consistent service delivery that meets the needs of our residents. Your focus will be on making sure we have the best care provisions for our residents and you will actively contribute to care delivery.

Reports to:

Home Manager

Skills and attributes

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Proven experience as a Unit Manager, or a similar leadership role in the care sector. A good working knowledge, with a proven record of CQC standards and can work towards achieving Outstanding. Good communication skills and can maintain excellent working relationships at all levels, internal as well as external professionals, families and visitors. Strong team player with good coaching and mentoring skills Good care skills, with a focus on person-centred care Enthusiasm and passion for developing high level of person-centred care. Ability to actively participate in the growth and development of the care service.

Education and qualification

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You will have, or be working towards, NVQ3 in Health & Social Care.

What will you gain?

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You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.

Buckingham Lodge Care Home, Watton, Norfolk

Pay:

: 32,000 per year

Type:

Permanent

Shift:

Days

500 Welcome bonus

Benefits

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Comprehensive induction and training programme.

Opportunities for

career development and progression.

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Scheme

. We'll reimburse the enrolment fee of this fantastic scheme that offers discounts on holidays, days out and over 15,000 national brands.

Loyalty Bonus:

Accrue up to 5 additional holiday days depending on length of service.

Refer a friend

and receive a thank you gift of up to 500

We'll pay

for your

full DBS disclosure

Your

uniform will be provided

- this is another cost that we think it's essential that we cover for you.

Paid breaks

- we think it's essential that all staff can take breaks without fear of losing money, so we

pay for you to have a break

during working hours.

500 Welcome bonus

Location

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Close to the town of Watton and within easy reach of Thetford, Buckingham Lodge provides a warm, caring environment for nursing, residential and dementia care. This purpose-built home has luxurious bedroom suites, elegant living areas and extensive gardens.



Buckingham Close, Norwich Road, Watton IP25 6WL


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Your right to work in the UK

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