Job Description

33 hours (3 daysper week) including weekend working on an alternating rota

21.70per hour

8am-8pm shifts



Please note we are currently unable to provide Visa Sponsorship for this role



Nestled in the charming town ofCockermouth and with stunning views of the Lake District fells, 60-bedded Dalton Court offers high-quality, specialist Nursing and Dementia care in a peaceful and picturesque setting. We are proud to also offerpalliative and end-of-life care, along with flexiblerespite stays, tailored to support individuals and families when they need it most.



Dalton Court has been carefully designed to feel like home - a warm, welcoming, and inclusive setting where we focus on helping residents retain theirindependence, pursueindividual hobbies and interests, and stay connected to theirlocal communities and loved ones. We arecurrently looking for an experienced and dedicated NMC Registered - Unit Lead to join the team in providing outstanding support to residents, management and staff



If this sounds like you and you are looking for a Good-rated, friendly environment to take the next steps in your career, please contact our friendly recruitment team for a chat about our vacancies.

As a Unit Leadat our home, your role may involve:

To take the lead in ensuring outstanding levels of clinical care are provided to residents at all times.

Offer supervision, support and training to Nurse and Care Assistant colleagues, whilst at the same time ensuring at all times a safe, caring, stimulating and homely environment for residents and their visitors.

Applicants should be dedicated, proactive and trustworthy RGN's or RMN's, with proven supervisory experience and either experience of, or a keen interest in, working in a nursing home environment.

Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential, as are an enthusiastic and flexible approach to work and a keen interest in the professional development of themselves and others.

Qualified Nurse with NMC registration.

Maintaining high standards within the care home environment

Senior-level duties to support the Home Manager, including:

completing risk assessments, staff supervisions, appraisals, record-keeping, medication administration, person-centred care planning, audits, liaising with outside professionals, etc.

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:

Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.

Discounts on the high street- with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
Refer-a-Friend - and get a 250 bonus

Flexible pay- choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health

Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work

Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement

In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you

Career opportunities - The chance to 'make your mark' and play a key role



Overtime is paid for working over fulltime hours. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our 'Reward Me' app. Flexible pay is available via 'WAGESTREAM'.

What are we looking for?



Qualified as Registered General Nurses (RGN) or Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMN)

Compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering person-centred care

Experienced in nursing home care (preferred but not essential)

A positive outlook and warm personality- essential

Confident in record-keeping and the use of various technologies- essential

Prior experience with writing care plans and carrying out risk assessments- essential

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.