Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is delighted to partner with Care UK in seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dynamic Care Unit Manager to join their leadership team in Colchester, UK. Care UK is a multi-award-winning care provider committed to delivering exceptional, person-centered care while providing staff with unparalleled schedule flexibility and professional empowerment in Colchester, UK.

In this pivotal unit leadership role located in Colchester, UK, you will lead and supervise a dedicated care unit to ensure residents' medical, physical, and emotional needs are met with dignity and safety. Working in Colchester, UK, you will oversee new resident admissions, conduct risk assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with senior leadership to foster an inclusive, fun, and high-performing care environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise unit staff, delegating workloads in a supportive and collaborative manner across our facility in Colchester, UK.
Oversee resident admissions, conduct comprehensive physical and psychological risk assessments, and create personalized care plans in Colchester, UK.
Administer medication accurately, champion resident safety and dignity, and work with leadership to continuously improve care services in Colchester, UK.

Requirements

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) with proven team management and clinical care experience in Colchester, UK.
Strong leadership, organizational, and IT skills with a proven ability to build trust among staff, residents, and families in Colchester, UK.
A genuinely caring, empathetic, and professional approach with a dedication to making resident lives more fulfilling in Colchester, UK.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules and early wage access via the Wagestream platform, plus Bank Holiday pay enhancements in Colchester, UK.
Comprehensive career growth opportunities, leadership training, and access to approved apprenticeship schemes in Colchester, UK.
Broad range of benefits including wellbeing support, an annual holiday purchase scheme, and extensive retail discounts in Colchester, UK.