Deputy Home Manager Nurse Qualified

Job summary

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Deputy Manager who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and harmony with the Home Manager and the wider multi-disciplined teams you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of the home. This highly diverse role will at times have challenging moments, however the innermost reward you and the team receive from our residents pure gratefulness to us, is what creates the true incentive behind this role. The duties of our Deputy Managers are vast and varied and include all aspects which touch upon excellent nursing and residential care, open and individualised communication, supporting and maintaining budgetary and financial controls and, being personally accountable for Human Resources.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Home Manager Nurse Qualified position at Akari Care is designed for individuals who are passionate about elderly care and are looking to establish a long-term career in award-winning homes. In this role, the successful candidate will work closely with the Home Manager and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the home's efficient operation. Responsibilities include providing excellent nursing and residential care, budgeting, financial management, human resources oversight, and handling emergencies. The position requires a minimum Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care, experience in the healthcare sector, management experience, a current NMC certificate with an active PIN, and a caring and adaptable nature. Akari Care offers competitive salaries, pension contributions, recognition schemes, uniform provision, DBS checks, annual leave, flexible working patterns, and funding for training and development.

About us

Akari Care is dedicated to providing premium care for the elderly within its award-winning homes. They focus on creating an environment where residents feel valued, respected, and receive personalized care suited to their individual needs. Akari Care offers a supportive and cooperative working atmosphere, encouraging teamwork between the Home Manager and Deputy Manager alongside multi-disciplined teams. This organization is committed to employee development, offering fully funded training and development programs as well as support for personal development plans. Akari Care values those who align with its dedication to personalized excellence, community spirit, and a compassionate approach, rewarding staff with competitive salaries, pension plans, and professional development opportunities. Akari Care aims to foster an inclusive and engaging community environment where everyone is respected and has the chance to grow both personally and professionally while contributing positively to the lives of vulnerable adults.

Details

• Date posted: 04 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £25.01 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1523331838
• Job locations: Akari Care, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7ER, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Deputy Manager who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Working in collaboration and harmony with the Home Manager and the wider multi-disciplined teams you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of the home. This highly diverse role will at times have challenging moments, however the innermost reward you and the team receive from our residents pure gratefulness to us, is what creates the true incentive behind this role.

The duties of our Deputy Managers are vast and varied and include all aspects which touch upon excellent nursing and residential care, open and individualised communication, supporting and maintaining budgetary and financial controls and, being personally accountable for Human Resources.

You will always act in the best interests for all involved, promoting engaging and creative marketing initiatives, guiding and coaching colleagues to actively pursue training and development and undertaking the same for your own professional and personal growth journey.

On both a personal basis and through supervision of the teams, you will give your undivided attention and care to all areas of the home from the laundering of residents personal items through to dealing with a highly complex emergency such as a serious accident or break out of an infectious disease. No matter what the situation you will portray the confidence of a flexible leader and impart your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same exacting high standards.

By showing us you can match our values with the desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

• Minimum Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care
• Experience of working within health care sector
• Management / Leadership experience (essential) and qualification (desirable)
• Hold an NMC (Nursing and Midwifery) certificate with an active PIN.
• A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.
• Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.
• Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents.

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary
• Pension contribution of 3%
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working patterns
• Annual NMC fees paid.
• Fully funded training and development
• Support with personal development plans.
• The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.