Leonard Cheshire

Deputy Manager (Registered Nurse)

TR20 9BJ

Key information

Pay
from £24.01 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
29 Sep 2026
Closing date
29 Oct 2026

About this role

If you’re an experienced Deputy Manager Registered Nurse ready to move into your next leadership role and help

people with disabilities live independently, we’d love to hear from you.

A home with heart

St Teresa's is a residential service with nursing support in Penzance, and home for up to 27 disabled adults. Residents

are deeply involved in the running of the entire service. You’ll find excellent facilities, a friendly and positive atmosphere

and a beautiful local area.

Your working hours

Primarily working Monday to Friday with shifts falling between 8am - 4pm.

About the role

As Deputy Manager Registered Nurse, you will

  • Support the Service Manager and deputise in their absence
  • Provide effective leadership, management, and supervision for a team of nurses and care staff
  • Lead with passion and enthusiasm to ensure a well-run, compliant, and person-centred service
  • Deliver high standards of nursing, clinical, and personal support
  • Promote independence, choice, and positive outcomes for residents
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety and all statutory obligations

This is a challenging but rewarding role with opportunities to grow and develop in a supportive organisation that values

great care and leadership.

We would really love to hear from you if you are a Registered Nurse with great leadership skills and a sound

understanding of safeguarding.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as competitive pay, we offer a wide range of employee rewards, including

  • 33 days holiday (25 days + 8 days bank holidays) (+1 every year up to 33 days)
  • Stream – access up to 40% of your pay before payday
  • Free Blue Light Card – with discounts and perks
  • Free DBS check
  • Contributory pension scheme with competitive life cover benefit
  • Access to a Cash Health Plan at very favourable rates
  • Great development opportunities through our apprenticeship schemes and recognised qualifications
  • Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 support

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, we have supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage

applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments

wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check

(PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.