Working at Thornton Lodge Residential Care Home
43-47 Thornton Road, Morecambe, LA4 5PD
Operated by Morecambe Care Limited
36 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
5.8/10
AI analysis of latest data
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PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 5.8/10
Key Finding
"Staff praised the brilliant training and engaging activities while feeling well supported, but no registered manager affects leadership stability."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
Staff were trained in how to identify abuse and report concerns. They told us they would report any concerns... and were confident they would take appropriate action. The provider was committed to ensuring people were safe and had systems to learn and share lessons when incidents occurred.
Staff Culture
6/10
✓
Staff felt well supported and knew who they could contact if they required guidance or advice. Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: 'Staff told us Thornton Lodge Residential Care Home was a good place to work... Staff spoke proudly of the services achievements and the morale within the home.'
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
People told us there were enough staff to provide their support. We saw staff responded promptly when people required their assistance. They were unhurried and had time to spend talking to people.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Staff praised the training and support provided... received regular supervisions and appraisals... '[Registered Manager] is more than willing to fund any developments... The training here is brilliant.'
Management
2/10
✕
The service did not have a manager registered with the Care Quality Commission. A new manager had been employed and was preparing to apply for registration.
Programmes
7/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Activities included external entertainers, trips to cinema and theatre, Morecambe Football Club community visits, gardening with five independent awards won, weekly massage therapist, pets including rabbits and birds for residents to care for, participation in activities forum.
Points to consider
No permanent manager in place, so leadership stability could be an issue for staff support.
The service did not have a manager registered with the Care Quality Commission. A new manager had been employed and was preparing to apply for registration.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: August 2021
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
★
Outstanding
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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