Job Description

General Information

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Location
Penzance
Service name
St Teresa's
Closing date
23-12-25
Job type
Full-Time
Employment type
Permanent
Salary
21.76 per hour

Description and requirements

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Registered Nurse

21.76 per hour | Full-time | St Teresa's


"It's not just nursing - it's making a difference every single day."

That's how one of our nurses describes their role. If you're compassionate, professional, and ready to use your skills to empower others, we'd love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Our St Teresa's service supports adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and complex care needs. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, welcoming and empowering environment where every day brings new opportunities - whether that's celebrating a personal milestone, supporting a medical need, or helping someone achieve more independence.

Your working hours

You'll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.


Typical shifts may include:

Day shifts:

[e.g. 7am-3pm or 2pm-10pm]

Night shifts:

[e.g. 10pm-7am]

We'll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the service and your availability.

Why you'll love working here

As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:

Enhanced pay: 1.50 extra per hour (8pm-7am) and 2.00 extra (weekend days) 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 benefits Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with competitive life cover Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips Career Development: Opportunities for apprenticeships and recognised qualifications Free DBS Check: We've got you covered! Employee Assistance Programme: Support when you need it most, plus so much more!

We're currently reviewing our pay enhancements. From 1 December 2025, new rates may apply. See job post for details.

What you'll do

Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate personalised care plans Lead, supervise and support a team of care staff Administer and manage medicines safely Provide nursing support in line with NMC guidelines and best practice Monitor health and wellbeing, responding quickly to any changes Support daily living tasks, promoting independence, dignity and choice Liaise with families, health professionals and other agencies Maintain accurate records and comply with all regulatory requirements

Whether you're newly qualified or have years of experience, you'll receive full induction, training, and ongoing professional development.

What helps you shine here

NMC registered nurse (essential) A caring, empathetic and professional approach Good leadership, communication and teamwork skills Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and on-call Experience in disability, residential or complex care nursing (advantageous but not essential)

About Leonard Cheshire

We are amongst the highest-rated providers of care and supported living services in the UK, with 87% of our services rated 'good' or 'very good' by regulators.


We 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. We're proud to create welcoming, safe and empowering spaces that feel like home.

Ready to apply?

If you're ready to start a role where your skills really matter, click

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. Or pop in and chat with us - we're happy to answer questions and tell you more.


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.