Registered Nurse

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sunderland is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality dementia care at Lansbury Court. The role involves developing person-centred care plans, leading the care team, and promoting independence in residents. Ideal candidates will have current NMC registration and prior experience in dementia care, alongside strong communication and leadership skills. This position offers excellent career development opportunities, employee recognition schemes, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration required.
• Experience with dementia care and person-centered planning is essential.
• Must demonstrate a warm, professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Lead the care team in delivering empathetic support.
• Liaise with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Experience in dementia care

Empathy

Strong understanding of relevant legislation

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to develop colleagues

Education

Current NMC registration

Job description

Registered Nurse - Lansbury Court Care Home, Castletown, Sunderland

Job Type: Permanent

Job Category: Nursing

Shift Type: Days

Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Location: Lansbury Court Care Home, Parkhouse Avenue, Castletown, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR5 3DF

Salary: £24.82 per hour
Schedule/Hours: 22 hours per week, days

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for dementia care? Do you want to be part of a team that’s transforming the way people living with dementia experience life in a care home? At Orchard Care Homes, we’re proud to lead the way in person‑centred dementia support through our Reconnect Ethos and Dementia Promise.

What is Reconnect?

Reconnect is Orchard Care Homes’ award‑winning model of dementia care, designed to help people living with dementia reconnect with the life they love. These specialist communities are built around the principles of independence, engagement, and meaningful living.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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

We’re seeking someone who is:

• 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

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• 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 that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Lansbury Court Care Home

A former mining community, Castletown is an area of Sunderland north of the River Wear and close to Hylton Castle. With good road access to Wessington Way, Lansbury Courtcare home is a single‑storey modern home that has been purpose‑built to provide specialist care tailored to both younger adults and older people 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. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you’re ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.