At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to deliver exceptional care and support to residents.
- Company: Avery Healthcare, a leading provider of luxury elderly care homes.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, career development opportunities, and a culture of respect and compassion.
- Other info: Join a close-knit team dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for all.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in a care environment and Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
Your focus as General Manager will be to lead and inspire a team to deliver excellent person‑centred quality care to residents in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, whilst meeting regulatory requirements, professional and statutory standards, and business performance targets. Ensuring the consistent delivery of high‑quality care, person-centred care and ensuring residents receive care based on best practice. Being responsible for the ongoing recruitment, retention, and development of staff within the Home. Acting as a focal point for contact with residents, their relatives, and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in resident’s wellbeing. Ensuring safe staffing levels are reviewed and maintained in accordance with both occupancy and dependency. Providing ongoing inspirational leadership and management to the staff team. Ensuring costs are well managed and maintained within budgetary controls, by reviewing regularly and monitoring stock.
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidate must:
- Have a minimum of four years of experience in a similar care environment.
- Have Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent.
- Possess excellent leadership and management skills.
- Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and be competent in IT.
- Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
Please note this role will require: a DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare; proof of eligibility to work in the UK. This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
General Manager employer: Avery Healthcare Group
At Avery Healthcare, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, dedicated to supporting our staff in their vital roles. Our culture is built on respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding care, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. With ample opportunities for professional growth and development, particularly in our welcoming Rivermere Care Home in Sevenoaks, you will be part of a close-knit team making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents every day.
