Unit Manager (Registered General Nurse)

• Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare.
• #CareWithUsAtWestgate
• Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering outstanding, person-centred care?
• We’re looking for a confident, motivated and hands-on Unit Manager (Registered General Nurse) to join the leadership team at Westgate House Care Centre.
• This is a rewarding opportunity for a clinical leader who enjoys supporting and developing others, takes pride in high standards of care, and wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of our residents.
• Working closely with the Home Manager and Head of Clinical Services, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and operation of your unit — a 35-bed nursing floor.
• You’ll lead by example, ensuring your team delivers safe, compassionate and effective care while maintaining high standards of clinical governance, quality, compliance and resident wellbeing.
• About The Role
• 40 hours per week | 8am–5pm | Flexibility required

Why join Westgate Healthcare?

At Westgate, we believe in investing in our people and supporting our nurses to build rewarding, long-term careers.

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from

• Competitive pay
• NMC PIN renewal fee reimbursement
• Revalidation portfolio programme support
• Support to maintain and develop your clinical skills
• Career progression opportunities through our Westgate RN Professional Development Programme — a 12-month, RN-led programme
• Registered Nurse representation at all levels across the organisation, helping to champion professional development
• Support with additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Wagestream — access your wages before payday and enjoy exclusive discounts at a wide range of UK retailers
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Access to Byond Prepayment Card, Extras Discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme — earn up to £500 for a successful referral
• Employee recognition programmes, including Employee of the Month and Long Service awards
• Team-building activities and social events
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• A comprehensive induction, with free training and ongoing professional development

As Unit Manager, you will

• Lead, motivate and inspire a team of care professionals to deliver exceptional standards of care and enhance the lives of our residents.
• Take ownership of nursing and care practice across your unit, ensuring person-centred care remains at the heart of everything we do.
• Provide strong clinical leadership and maintain oversight of clinical governance, escalating and reporting key issues to the Home Manager as required.
• Support audits across the home, review quality and care outcomes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Remain clinically involved and provide hands-on nursing care, including medication administration and wound care.
• Ensure care is delivered in accordance with company policies and procedures, the NMC Code, CQC requirements and all relevant legislation and regulations.
• Work collaboratively with external healthcare professionals and stakeholders, including Social Services and relevant NHS representatives.
• Support the Home Manager with resident admissions and occupancy by liaising with stakeholders and assessing prospective residents to ensure their care needs can be appropriately supported.
• Promote a positive, supportive and accountable culture where staff feel empowered to deliver their best.
• What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who is

• Experienced in a clinical leadership or senior nursing role.
• Confident managing people, clinical standards and day-to-day operations.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Comfortable being hands-on and leading from the front.
• Committed to clinical governance, continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
• An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with residents, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• * Dedicated to supporting and developing the next generation of care professionals.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.
• Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
• Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

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• Required Criteria
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) qualification
• Current and valid NMC PIN
• Strong clinical knowledge and leadership experience
• A clear understanding of CQC, safeguarding and H&S legislation
• Excellent communication, organisation and people management skills
• A positive, flexible and innovative approach to care delivery
• About The Company
• At Westgate Healthcare, we have been providing high-quality care since the early 1990s, growing from a single home into a well-respected group across Hertfordshire, Essex, Buckinghamshire and London.
• We offer a wide range of services including residential care, nursing care, dementia care, respite care and palliative support, tailored to meet the needs of each individual.
• Our homes are designed to provide comfort, safety and a strong sense of community, while our teams work closely with families and healthcare partners to deliver person-centred care plans.
• As a family-owned organisation, we take pride in maintaining a personal, values-driven approach where residents and staff are treated with respect and understanding
• Company Culture
• Our culture is built on care, respect and teamwork.
• We believe that the quality of our care starts with the people who deliver it, which is why we focus on creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.
• At Westgate Healthcare, every colleague plays a vital role — from care staff to chefs, maintenance teams and management — working together to enhance residents’ quality of life.
• We encourage continuous learning, open communication and shared responsibility, ensuring that our teams feel confident, valued and empowered.
• Being a family-run organisation, we maintain a close-knit feel where people are recognised for their contribution and supported to succeed.
• Company Benefits
• We are committed to supporting our team with a strong and rewarding benefits package.
• At Westgate Healthcare, you’ll receive competitive pay, flexible working options and access to ongoing training and professional development.
• We provide opportunities to progress your career across our homes, supported by experienced leadership and structured training programmes.
• Our teams benefit from working in modern, well-equipped care environments, with a strong emphasis on safety, wellbeing and collaboration.
• Most importantly, we offer the chance to do meaningful work, where you can make a real difference in people’s lives every day — supported by a team that values and respects you.
• Salary
• £50,000.00 - £55,000.00 per year