Registered Nurse
| Company: | Orchard Care Homes |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Greater Manchester, M24 5QH |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
Registered Nurse - Dementia
Location: L
angfield Care Home -
Wood Street, Langley, Middleton, Greater Manchester, M24 5QH
Salary: £23.53 per hour
Schedule/Hours:
Full & Part-time available – Nights
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 Healthcare Group 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’ 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.
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.
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
You’ll be a role model for compassionate dementia care, helping to build a culture of respect, understanding, and continuous improvement.
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 Orchard Healthcare Group
For more than 15 years, Orchard Healthcare Group has been dedicated to delivering exceptional care for older people and being an active, trusted part of the local community. We are committed to delivering care we would want for our own families.
We invest in our people and support continuous professional development, offering a wide range 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.