Unit Manager

Nursing - La Fontana Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £44,460 Per Annum

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 36

La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home, set on the peaceful outskirts of Martock amidst the stunning Somerset countryside, is a purpose-built facility providing specialist Dementia and Nursing care for up to 76 residents.

We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious Unit Manager to lead our clinical team, drive excellence in care, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD) with an active NMC PIN to step into a leadership role where your skills and expertise truly matter.

What We Offer

• £23.75 per hour - £44,460 per annum
• Contracted to 36 hours per week
• Pension scheme,Paid DBS,Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

What You Will Do
As Unit Manager, you will lead the clinical team to ensure residents' medical, physical, and emotional needs are met. You will uphold clinical governance standards, mentor and motivate colleagues, and drive continuous improvement in care delivery. You will provide exceptional leadership, fostering a supportive and effective working environment, and act as a named Nurse supporting residents with complex needs. You will champion clinical excellence, maintain high standards of personalised care, and step in for the Home Manager when required to ensure smooth operations.

What We Are Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD) with an active NMC PIN
• Strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills
• Experience in elderly care desirable but not essential
• Proven ability to inspire, support, and develop your team
• Professional, proactive, and committed to high standards of care
• Confident in delivering person-centred, compassionate care

About Us
La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the UK. We are committed to creating welcoming, high-quality care environments for residents and supportive workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values –
Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity
– guide everything we do. If you share these values and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.