Posted 23 July, 2026
Registered Nurse
Leonard Cheshire
Penzance, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
£22.87 per hour | Full time |Days | Nights | St Teresa'sIts not just nursing its making a difference every single day.Thats how one of our nurses describes their role. If youre compassionate, professional, and ready to use your skills to empower others, wed love to hear from you.A home, not just a serviceOur St Teresa's service supports adults with physical disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, welcoming and empowering environment where every day brings new opportunities whether thats celebrating a personal milestone, supporting a medical need, or helping someone achieve more independence.Your working hours42 hours per week ( 3 x 12 hours + 1 x 6 hour early or late day) Youll need to be flexible to cover annual leave and sickness.Shifts include:Night shifts: 7:30pm - 8.00amDay shifts: 7.30am - 8.00pmShort Day shifts: 7.30am - 1.30pm or 1.30pm - 8.00pmWell work with you to agree a pattern that suits the service and your availability.Why youll love working hereAs well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday!Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and benefitsContributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with competitive life coverHealth cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertipsCareer Development: Opportunities for apprenticeships and recognised qualificationsFree DBS checkEmployee Assistance Programme: Support when you need it most, plus so much more!Enhanced pay: £1.00 per hour will only apply to night working (8pm Monday to 7am Friday) and weekend working (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep-Ins.What youll doAssess, plan, deliver and evaluate personalised care plansLead, supervise and support a team of care staffAdminister and manage medicines safelyProvide nursing support in line with NMC guidelines and best practiceMonitor health and wellbeing, responding quickly to any changesSupport daily living tasks, promoting independence, dignity and choiceLiaise with families, health professionals and other agenciesMaintain accurate records and comply with all regulatory requirementsWhether youre newly qualified or have years of experience, youll receive full induction, training, and ongoing professional development.What helps you shine hereNMC registered nurse (essential)Nursing experience in a residential/nursing home setting (essential)A caring, empathetic and professional approachGood leadership, communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work flexibly, including weekends and on-callExperience in disability, residential or complex care nursing (advantageous but not essential)About Leonard CheshireWe exist to make sure everyone has the opportunity to live their life fully, regardless of the complexity of their care needs.Established over 75 years ago, we provide specialist support across residential care, supported living and respite services. Our teams work with people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments and learning disabilities.Our goal is simple: to support disabled people to live, learn and work as independently as possible, with real choice and control over their lives. Were proud to create welcoming, safe and empowering spaces that feel like home.Ready to apply?Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.TPBN1_UKTJ
