Working at Marsden Grange
239 Barkerhouse Road, Nelson, BB9 9NL
Operated by Mrs Eileen Frances Littlewood
40 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
5.9/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 5.9/10
Key Finding
"Staff feel supported by approachable managers with a positive culture, but short staffing and limited activities hold it back."
Safety & Risk
7/10
✓
Staff wore appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure people were protected as much as possible from the risk of cross infection.
Staff Culture
7/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Staff told us they were happy working at the home and felt well supported by the registered manager.
Staffing Levels
4/10
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Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Most people felt that there were times when the service was short staffed.
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Staff received an appropriate induction, effective training and regular supervision.
Management
7/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: People living at the service, relatives and staff were happy with how the service was being managed. They found the registered manager and staff approachable.
Programmes
4/10
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Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Most people felt that activities at the home needed to be improved.
Points to consider
Staffing levels fell short at times due to sickness, retirement and staff leaving, so you might feel stretched and rushed.
Most people who lived at the home felt there were times when it was short staffed.
Activities are basic and limited like dominoes, TV, exercise and occasional singers, so the role is mostly routine personal care.
Most people felt that activities at the home needed to be improved.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: October 2018
Good
Safe
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Not rated
Effective
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Not rated
Caring
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Not rated
Responsive
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Not rated
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