Unit Manager
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £35000.00 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Gillingham, ME8 0SW |
| Company: | Oakland Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2636551 |
Summary
Join Oakland Care as a Unit Manager and become part of a compassionate, supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives. We offer a rewarding environment where your leadership and expertise can truly shine, along with excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued.
We offer some excellent rewards and benefits including:
- We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
- Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
- Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
- Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
- Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subject to length of service).
- Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
- Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
- Long service awards.
And much more……….
Location: Osbern Manor, 26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0SW
Hours: 40 hours per week (including On Call - 1 weekend in 5)
Pay: £35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time
What you will be doing:
- Work with our Managers providing the highest standards of service.
- Maintaining all records (including care plans, medication documentation).
- Lead and promote the best clinical practice across the home.
- To ensure relevant legislation and regulation is adhered to at all times.
- To support the Registered Manager with External Audit process to ensure the service is fully compliant.
- To be fully involved in recruitment and retention.
What you need:
- NVQ Level 3 or above.
- Medication experience.
- Ability to self-motivate, work on your own initiative as well as being a team player.
- A caring nature and an intuitive sensitivity to the needs of others.
- Excellent communication skills.
“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family
- Family
- Integrity
- Respect
- Exceptional
- Sustainable
Apply now
If you’re
ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply
today!
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