Registered Nurse

Orchard Care Homes; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in the United Kingdom seeks a compassionate Nurse dedicated to dementia care. You will lead a team to create person-centred care plans and promote independence among residents. The ideal candidate has experience in dementia care and current NMC registration. This role offers 33 hours/week with flexible shifts and a competitive hourly rate of £24.82.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexi days and nights

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential 24/7 helpline

Pension scheme

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care and person-centred planning.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and clinical governance.
• Ability to coach and develop colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develop person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Lead the care team in delivering empathetic support.
• Promote independence and positive engagement.
• Ensure compliance with NMC standards and Orchard policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Empathy

Dementia care experience

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

Overview

As a Nurse in our Reconnect Community, you'll play a vital role in supporting individuals whose primary care need is managing distress responses. You'll lead a compassionate, evidence-based approach that focuses on understanding the causes of distress and reducing reliance on medication. Your goal is to help residents retain their identity, maintain their abilities, and live life with purpose. You’ll be a role model for compassionate dementia care, helping to build a culture of respect, understanding, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Developing person-centred care plans and risk assessments
• Leading the care team in delivering meaningful, empathetic support
• Promoting independence, choice, and positive engagement
• Liaising with families, external professionals, and multidisciplinary teams
• Reducing reliance on psychotropic medication through non-pharmacological interventions
• Supporting best interest decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act
• Conducting supervisions, appraisals, and coaching care staff
• Ensuring compliance with NMC standards and Orchard policies

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Experience in dementia care and person-centred planning
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and clinical governance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A warm, empathetic, and professional approach
• Ability to coach and develop colleagues
• Commitment to Orchard\'s Dementia Promise values

Benefits

• Salary: £24.82 per hour
• Schedule/Hours: 33 hours per week - Flexi Days and Nights across two homes
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as “Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support through a confidential 24/7 helpline and wellbeing app
• Company-supported pension scheme
• Fully funded DBS check

About Ashlea Lodge Care Home

Within close proximity of the vibrant city of Sunderland, Ashlea Lodge is a modern home with two floors that provides specialist care for older people, many of whom are living with dementia. Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. We believe in investing in our people, with active encouragement of professional development and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.