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General Manager

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Downham Market, PE389LJView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

4 November 2026

16 days left

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, everything we do starts with the people who care for our residents. We know how much passion, effort, and he...

As a General Manager at Avery Healthcare, you play a pivotal role in creating a warm and nurturing environment for residents. You'll be responsible for managing the overall operations of Carrstone House Care Home, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, person-centered care. Your key tasks include leading a dedicated team, overseeing recruitment and retention efforts, and maintaining regulatory compliance. You'll serve as a primary point of contact for families, residents, and external stakeholders. The role also involves budget management, resource allocation, and inspiring your team to perform at their best. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

At Avery Healthcare, everything we do starts with the people who care for our residents. We know how much passion, effort, and heart our teams put into their work and were here to champion you, support you, and celebrate you every step of the way.

When you join us, youre not just starting a job youre making a real difference. Every day, your compassion helps shape meaningful moments for our residents. In return, were committed to helping you grow, thrive, and feel truly valued. With ongoing development opportunities, a supportive culture, and a team that feels like family, youll find a workplace where you can be proud of the impact you make.

Were now searching for a warm, inspiring, and dedicated General Manager to join our awardwinning team at Carrstone House Care Home in Downham Market. If youre ready to lead with heart and help create exceptional experiences for residents and colleagues alike, wed love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs General Manager, youll be the driving force behind a vibrant, personcentred care environment. Youll lead and motivate your team to deliver exceptional care, ensuring residents feel safe, supported, and truly at home all while meeting regulatory standards and achieving key business goals.

  • Championing highquality, personcentred care based on best practice
  • Driving recruitment, retention, and development to build a strong, engaged team
  • Acting as a key point of contact for residents, families, visitors, and external professionals
  • Managing staffing levels to ensure safe, effective care at all times
  • Providing inspiring leadership that empowers your team to be their best
  • Overseeing budgets, stock, and resources to ensure efficient, costeffective operations

ABOUT YOUYoull be someone who naturally lives our values caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable and brings them into everything you do.

  • Have at least four years experience in a similar care environment
  • Hold a Leadership and Management Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)
  • Bring strong leadership and management skills
  • Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing
  • Be ITcompetent and comfortable with digital systems
  • Be adaptable, flexible, and ready to step in where needed

ABOUT AVERYAvery isnt just one of the UKs leading providers of luxury elderly care its a place where people genuinely love to work. We believe later life should be rich, fulfilling, and full of meaning, and were passionate about creating experiences that reflect that.

With over 100 homes across the UK and a vision of creating meaningful lives together, were proud to offer an environment where residents feel cherished and employees feel empowered, supported, and appreciated. Join us, and discover why Avery is the preferred choice for both residents and team members.

PLEASE NOTE - A DBS Disclosure will be required (funded by Avery Healthcare)

  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is essential
  • This advert may close early depending on application volume and business needs

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of luxury elderly care, known for its commitment to enriching the lives of its residents. With over 100 care homes across the UK, the company's mission is to create meaningful lives together, ensuring each resident feels cherished and each employee feels empowered. Avery Healthcare supports its staff with career development opportunities and a genuinely caring work environment where teams operate like a family. The company's vision and values focus on providing a fulfilling, meaningful experience for both residents and employees, underpinning its reputation as a preferred choice.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Have at least four years experience in a similar care environment; Hold a Leadership and Management Level 5 qualification (or equivalent); Bring strong leadership and management skills; Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing; Be ITcompetent and comfortable with digital systems; Be adaptable, flexible, and ready to step in where needed.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

14 October 2026

Last checked

16 October 2026

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About the employer

AHG
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

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