Working at Northlands Village Rest Home
40 Raikes Road, Preston, PR3 0ZA
Operated by Mr Simon Dickinson and Mrs Christine Dickinson
16 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
6.3/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.3/10
Key Finding
"Effective safety procedures and an open inclusive culture stand out, although activities and programmes are limited."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
The registered manager had established effective infection prevention and control procedures which were understood and followed by the staff.
Staff Culture
7/10
✓
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: The registered manager had created a culture that was open, inclusive and put people at the heart of the service.
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: The service was staffed sufficiently. People told us there were always enough staff on duty. Per 2021: There were sufficient staff to provide continuity of support should there be a staff shortage.
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: Staff were competent, knowledgeable and had completed training which gave them the skills they needed to carry out their role effectively.
Management
6/10
✓
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: The service was led by an established registered manager who people felt was approachable and caring.
Programmes
4/10
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Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: staff supported people with activities in the home, such as bingo, visiting entertainers, arts and crafts and trips out to local attractions.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: December 2019
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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