Job summary

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 a General Manager at Birchwood Grange Care Home in Harrow. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as General Manager will be to lead and inspire a team to deliver excellent person-centred quality care to residents in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, whilst meeting regulatory requirement, professional and statutory standards, a

Main duties of the job

The Care Home General Manager at Avery Healthcare plays a crucial role in leading and inspiring a team at Birchwood Grange Care Home in Harrow. This individual is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care within a supportive environment focused on respect and compassion. Responsibilities include managing staff recruitment, maintaining safe staffing levels, and liaising with residents, relatives, and healthcare professionals. Cost management within budgetary constraints is also a key duty. The successful candidate will have at least four years of experience in a similar care setting, possess Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent qualifications, and demonstrate excellent communication and IT skills. Adaptability and the ability to manage a range of responsibilities on short notice are essential. Avery Healthcare supports and celebrates its teams, offering opportunities for growth and professional development in one of the UKs largest luxury elderly care providers.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a mission to create enriching experiences for both residents and staff. Avery believes that later life should be as fulfilling as any other stage, and it is committed to providing exceptional care across its network of over 100 homes. This organization fosters a nurturing environment where respect, compassion, and support are cornerstones of its culture. Employees at Avery are valued and empowered, encouraged to grow in a setting that champions their development and celebrates their hard work. Avery strives to be the preferred choice for both its residents and team members by embodying a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together.'

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£90,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1544560361

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Kenton

HA3 9UY

United Kingdom

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 a General Manager at Birchwood Grange Care Home in Harrow. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as General Manager will be to lead and inspire a team to deliver excellent person-centred quality care to residents in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, whilst meeting regulatory requirement, professional and statutory standards, and business performance targets.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality care, person centred care and ensuring residents receive care based on best practice.
• Being responsible for the ongoing recruitment, retention, and development of staff within the Home.
• Acting as a focal point for contact with residents, their relatives, and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in residents wellbeing.
• Ensuring safe staffing levels are reviewed and maintained in accordance with both occupancy and dependency.
• Providing on-going inspirational leadership and management to the staff team.
• Ensuring costs are well managed and maintained within budgetary controls, by reviewing regularly and monitoring stock.

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:

• Have a minimum of four years of experience in a similar care environment.
• Have Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent.
• Possess excellent leadership and management skills.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and be competent in IT.
• Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

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 a General Manager at Birchwood Grange Care Home in Harrow. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as General Manager will be to lead and inspire a team to deliver excellent person-centred quality care to residents in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, whilst meeting regulatory requirement, professional and statutory standards, and business performance targets.Other responsibilities will include: Ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality care, person centred care and ensuring residents receive care based on best practice. Being responsible for the ongoing recruitment, retention, and development of staff within the Home. Acting as a focal point for contact with residents, their relatives, and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in residents wellbeing. Ensuring safe staffing levels are reviewed and maintained in accordance with both occupancy and dependency. Providing on-going inspirational leadership and management to the staff team. Ensuring costs are well managed and maintained within budgetary controls, by reviewing regularly and monitoring stock.ABOUT YOUTo 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: Have a minimum of four years of experience in a similar care environment. Have Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent. Possess excellent leadership and management skills. Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and be competent in IT. Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.ABOUT AVERYAt 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

• Have a minimum of four years of experience in a similar care environment. Have Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent. Possess excellent leadership and management skills. Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and be competent in IT. Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Have a minimum of four years of experience in a similar care environment. Have Leadership and Management Level 5 or equivalent. Possess excellent leadership and management skills. Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and be competent in IT. Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kenton

HA3 9UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kenton

HA3 9UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)