Unit Manager - Clinical

Unit Manager at PJ Care: Join the Best!

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JOB TITLE: Unit Manager – Clinical

RESPONSIBLE TO: Registered Manager

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Operations

HOURS OF WORK: 40 Hours per week

LOCATION: Milton Keynes

Are you ready to advance your nursing career in a specialist neurological service with a supportive, award-winning team? At PJ Care, recognised as the \”Best Care Home to Work for in the UK,\” we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth, development, and job satisfaction.

Why PJ Care?

We are leaders in specialist neurological care and neurorehabilitation, supporting adults with progressive or acquired neurological conditions. Our commitment to Care, Compassion, and Commitment ensures we deliver exceptional care to residents and a positive work environment for our team.

Our Expertise:

At PJ Care, you’ll work in a 24-hour nursing team alongside a multidisciplinary group that includes:

* Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologists

* Physiotherapists

* Speech and Language Therapists

* Occupational Therapists

* Therapy Technician

* Engagement Coordinator.

We care for individuals with a wide range of neurological conditions, including:

* Neurodegenerative diseases

* Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)

* Traumatic brain injuries

* Frontal temporal dementias

* Long-term and complex care needs

Career Growth and Opportunities:

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, we offer:

* Opportunities to progress to other Clinical Nurse roles

* Partnerships with universities for advanced training and development

About the Role:

We are recruiting Unit Manager (clinical) to join our team at Mallard House in Milton Keynes in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

* A Unit Manager passionate about providing exceptional care

* Professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of practice

* A Unit Manager which is eager to develop their leadership and clinical skills

* Experienced nurse (4+ years) who may qualify for senior nursing positions

Key Responsibilities:

– To have immediate line management responsibility for clinical operations and oversight of all HR, disciplinary, supervision and management of staff within areas of responsibility.

– To take the lead in areas of responsibility for financial forecasting and reporting

– To have responsibility for the staffing and recruitment to agreed levels within areas of responsibility.

– To ensure full reporting compliance for CQC, Safeguarding, Health & Safety Executive, for the service

– To undertake audits as requested by the RM and to ensure monitoring, implementation of action plans, governance reporting at local level and sharing of lessons learned for quality and assurance

– To ensure that all incidents are reported according to PJ Care policy and any actions, lessons learned and required change in practice is implemented locally and shared corporately through governance for quality assurance

– To share lessons learned and maintain high-quality person-centred care in accordance with PJ Care’s values.

What You’ll Gain by joining PJ Care, you will:

* Make a meaningful impact in residents\’ lives

* Receive continuous support in your career progression

* Be part of a workplace culture driven by innovation and collaboration

Benefits:

* Competitive hourly pay: £25.48

* Enhanced pay options

* up to 25 days holiday (pro-rata)

* Fully funded enhanced DBS

* Long-service awards and recognition

* Career development opportunities with salary increments

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

PJ Care champions Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We support every team member and resident in reaching their full potential in an environment where everyone feels valued and safe. xiskglj

Join us

If you’re ready to advance your career in an award-winning neurological service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our residents while growing professionally in a supportive and rewarding environment.

All staff employed by PJ Care are individually responsible and expected to safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of all individuals who access PJ Care services to ensure everyone is protected from actual or potential harm