Dementia unit manager - rmns welcome

Job Description

Use your mental health experience to lead outstanding dementia care.

• 39 Hours per week
• Location: Connaught Court, St Oswalds Road, Fulford, York, YO10 4FA.

Lead with purpose. Inspire your team. Deliver outstanding dementia care every day.

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or experienced dementia professional looking for a leadership role where you can make a lasting difference?

At Connaught Court, our Outstanding-rated care home in York, we're seeking a compassionate and motivated Dementia Unit Manager to lead our specialist dementia service. This is an opportunity to guide a dedicated team, champion best practice in person-centred dementia care and create a therapeutic environment where residents feel safe, valued and at home.

RMNs will have the opportunity to use their expertise in dementia, mental wellbeing and person-centred care to influence best practice, support colleagues and help shape the quality of care across the service.

We welcome applications from RMNs, Dementia Care Managers, Team Leaders, Senior Care Practitioners and Dementia Specialists.

At RMBI Care Co., our values are Kind, Supportive and Trusted, shaping how we care, lead and work together. If these values resonate with you, you will belong here.

Supporting Our People

We believe in caring for the people who care for others. Thats why we provide:

• 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with service
• Free meals during shifts
• Free parking on-site
• Free uniforms provided
• Fully paid DBS check
• Extra shift bonus payments
• Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £400
• Health cash plan (dental/eye care)
• Competitive pension scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support and retail discounts
• Opportunities to grow your career with a dedicated learning and development team

About the Role

As Dementia Unit Manager, you'll lead and inspire a team delivering exceptional, personalised dementia care.

You'll:

• Lead a specialist dementia care team
• Oversee care planning and clinical standards
• Support and develop colleagues through coaching and mentorship
• Champion person-centred dementia care approaches
• Build positive relationships with residents and families
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic and engaging environment
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice across the service

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Current NMC registration as an RMN or NVQ/Diploma Level 3 (or above) with ambition to achieve Level 4
• Experience supporting people living with dementia
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A calm, organised and compassionate approach

Desirable

• Dementia-specific qualifications or training
• Previous leadership or management experience within dementia care

Why This Role Matters

This role is crucial to maintaining the highest standards of dementia care, ensuring residents receive the personalised support they deserve while driving a culture of excellence throughout the home.

Ready to Apply?

If youre ready to contribute your skills and compassion to a caring team, apply online today.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Connaught Court Rated Outstanding by CQC, with 95% of RMBI Care Co. services either Outstanding or Good.

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