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Akari Care Limited Deputy Home Manager Nurse Qualified

The closing date is 09 November 2026

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Job summary

Job Purpose We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our care home team. As a Deputy Manager at Akari Care, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of care, enhancing the well-being of our residents, and driving the success of our care home. Key Responsibilities Leadership Support: To assist the Home Manager in providing strong and effective leadership our Colleagues, fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement. Operational Management: Helping oversee the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring compliance with all Akari Care and regulatory standards, deputising in the Home Managers absence. Quality Care: Ensuring the delivery of exceptional care meeting the individual needs of each resident, promoting their well-being and dignity. Team Development: Supporting the recruitment, training and development of Colleagues. Including the mentoring of the nursing team, fostering a supportive and motivated work environment.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Home Manager Nurse Qualified at Akari Care is a permanent position based in Prudhoe, with a salary of £24.50 per hour. The Deputy Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the Home Manager by providing strong leadership, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include delivering quality care, developing team members, and maintaining effective communication with residents and families. Applicants should be Registered Nurses with valid NMC registration and experience in social care. Akari Care offers benefits such as a competitive salary, training opportunities, and employee recognition programs.

About us

Akari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services, operating 31 care homes across the UK. Committed to delivering high-quality care, Akari Care is supported by an effective Operational and Quality Team function. The organisation values a workplace culture centred on being personalised, kind, caring, trusted, and community-focused. Akari Care aims to create an inclusive environment for both residents and colleagues, celebrating diversity and supporting the Armed Forces community. Akari Care is an equal opportunity employer that recognises and rewards the dedication of its staff through a comprehensive benefits package.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1550172828

Job locations

Akari Care

Prudhoe

NE42 5AE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our care home team. As a Deputy Manager at Akari Care, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of care, enhancing the well-being of our residents, and driving the success of our care home.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Support: To assist the Home Manager in providing strong and effective leadership our Colleagues, fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement.
Operational Management: Helping oversee the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring compliance with all Akari Care and regulatory standards, deputising in the Home Managers absence.
Quality Care: Ensuring the delivery of exceptional care meeting the individual needs of each resident, promoting their well-being and dignity.
Team Development: Supporting the recruitment, training and development of Colleagues. Including the mentoring of the nursing team, fostering a supportive and motivated work environment.
Clinical oversight: Completing pre-admission assessments of potential new residents to ensure their needs can be safely met. Ensuring resident care plans reflect their current needs and are kept under review, working with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure any changes or concerns are addressed promptly.
Communication: Maintenance of clear and accurate records of care to be provided and communicate effectively with residents, families, and Colleagues.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the home adheres to all relevant regulations and standards, implementing policies and procedures that promote safety and quality care.
Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining positive relationships with residents, families, Colleagues, and external stakeholders to ensure clear and effective communication.

Qualifications and Skills:

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration, with no restrictions.
A leadership qualification is desirable but not essential.
Proven track record and experience within a social care setting.
Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
A caring and empathetic approach, with a genuine commitment to enhancing the lives of our residents.
Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and Colleagues.
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to respond to changing needs and priorities.

Benefits and Recognition

At Akari Care, we are committed to recognising and rewarding the dedication of our Colleagues. As part of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance, including:

Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement
Cash bonus subject to achievement of business targets

Pension scheme
Life cover
Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and advice
Access to a range of retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts
Training and development opportunities to support career progression
Recognition and Values Awards celebrating individual and team achievements

About Akari Care

Akari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective Operational and Quality Team function.

Our Values

At Akari Care, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise Colleagues who consistently demonstrate our commitment to being:

Personalised treating every individual as unique and tailoring our approach accordingly.

Kind showing compassion, empathy, and respect in all interactions.

Caring - Creating a warmand inclusive environment in which our residents and staff have a sense of security and belonging.

Trusted acting with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Community working together to create supportive environments for residents, Colleagues, and the communities we serve.

We believe that by recognising and celebrating these values, we create a positive workplace culture for all our Colleagues.

Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Frameworkstatus, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams.

Akari Care is an equal opportunity employer celebrating diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our residents and Colleagues.