At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a clinical team to deliver high-quality care in a supportive environment.
- Company: Fleet Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, dedicated to exceptional care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid DBS, pension, uniform, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Join a family-owned company that values trust, respect, and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while advancing your career in care.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with strong leadership and clinical skills.
The predicted salary is between 24.44 - 24.44 £ per hour.
Our care home, nestled in the picturesque town of Dartmouth in Devon, provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 79 residents, offering a serene and supportive environment where quality care meets coastal charm.
Contract £24.44 per hour
- Contracted to 48 hours per week
- Paid DBS, NMC, pension, uniform provided
- 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
- Ongoing training, clinical updates and funded development, with clear progression into Deputy Manager and Home Manager roles
Role Overview
As Clinical Unit Manager, you will take responsibility for the clinical and operational leadership of your unit, ensuring high quality, safe and effective care is delivered at all times. This is a senior role where your leadership, clinical expertise and decision making will directly influence standards, outcomes and overall service quality. You will lead and support the clinical and care teams, ensuring care is delivered in line with individual care plans, best practice and regulatory requirements. You will oversee clinical governance, medication management and performance across the unit, responding proactively to changes and driving continuous improvement. Working closely with the Home Manager and wider leadership team, you will support service delivery, staff development and operational oversight. You will act as a role model, providing guidance, mentoring and support to ensure a confident, capable and well performing team. The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.
What We Are Looking For
- Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with an active NMC PIN
- Strong clinical leadership and decision making skills
- Experience leading or managing a clinical team, ideally within a unit manager role
- Confidence overseeing standards, compliance and performance
- Ability to support, mentor and develop staff
- Good communication, organisational and leadership skills
About Us
The Fleet Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive. Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Clinical Head of Unit in Devon employer: Care Concern Group
At Fleet Care Home in Dartmouth, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment where our staff can thrive. With competitive pay, generous annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities, we are dedicated to fostering professional growth and development within our team. Our strong values of Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity guide our work culture, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
