Job summary
The Nursing Care Manager role at Avery Healthcare's Eastbourne Gardens Care Home involves overseeing the delivery of effective nursing care to residents and directly managing the Registered General Nurses on the team. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing person-centered care in a supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
As the Nursing Care Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating the resident assessment process, ensuring care plans are accurate and person-centered, and effectively communicating relevant information to the nursing team. You will also have overall responsibility for managing the nursing team, including arranging team meetings, supervising and developing staff, and supporting individual performance management plans.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together'. They are passionate about creating an enriching environment for both residents and staff, offering exceptional care and support across their network of over 100 homes.
Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£46,000 to £50,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Eastbourne
BN20 9AN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.
When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as Nursing Care Manager at Eastbourne Gardens Care Home in Eastbourne. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your role as a Nursing Care Manager will be to ensure the delivery of effective nursing care to residents in a nursing home and to directly manage the Registered General Nurses on your team.
Other responsibilities will include:
* Co-ordinate the resident assessment process, ensuring that the plan of care is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary, the resident is involved in identifying needs and preferences, and integration of all information into a person-centred care plan
* Ensure that all relevant information in respect of each resident is communicated using the most appropriate method, e.g. APB, Handover, MCM, to the proper members of staff to achieve delivery of a person-centred approach
* Overall responsibility for the management of the Nursing Team, introducing effective mechanisms for communication, such as team meetings, communication boards, etc. Arranging such meetings, organising agendas, attendance, outcomes, actions, minutes
* Support, guide and develop their team members by carrying out regular supervisions/one-to-ones and yearly reviews and support individual performance management plans for identified staff.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
* Hold a Registered Nurse qualification.
* Have 2 to 3 years of post-qualification experience, with evidence of ongoing professional development in elderly care or a relevant field.
* Possess previous management experience and a comprehensive understanding of CQC Fundamental Standards.
* Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to manage interpersonal relationships, including effective influencing skills
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
* A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
* Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline, depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.
When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as Nursing Care Manager at Eastbourne Gardens Care Home in Eastbourne. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your role as a Nursing Care Manager will be to ensure the delivery of effective nursing care to residents in a nursing home and to directly manage the Registered General Nurses on your team.
Other responsibilities will include:
* Co-ordinate the resident assessment process, ensuring that the plan of care is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary, the resident is involved in identifying needs and preferences, and integration of all information into a person-centred care plan
* Ensure that all relevant information in respect of each resident is communicated using the most appropriate method, e.g. APB, Handover, MCM, to the proper members of staff to achieve delivery of a person-centred approach
* Overall responsibility for the management of the Nursing Team, introducing effective mechanisms for communication, such as team meetings, communication boards, etc. Arranging such meetings, organising agendas, attendance, outcomes, actions, minutes
* Support, guide and develop their team members by carrying out regular supervisions/one-to-ones and yearly reviews and support individual performance management plans for identified staff.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
* Hold a Registered Nurse qualification.
* Have 2 to 3 years of post-qualification experience, with evidence of ongoing professional development in elderly care or a relevant field.
* Possess previous management experience and a comprehensive understanding of CQC Fundamental Standards.
* Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to manage interpersonal relationships, including effective influencing skills
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
* A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
* Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline, depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To be successful in this role, you must hold a Registered Nurse qualification and have 2-3 years of post-qualification experience, with evidence of ongoing professional development in elderly care or a relevant field. Previous management experience and a comprehensive understanding of CQC Fundamental Standards are also required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To be successful in this role, you must hold a Registered Nurse qualification and have 2-3 years of post-qualification experience, with evidence of ongoing professional development in elderly care or a relevant field. Previous management experience and a comprehensive understanding of CQC Fundamental Standards are also required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Eastbourne
BN20 9AN
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Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Eastbourne
BN20 9AN
Employer's website
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