Registered Nurse

Job summary

About the role: We now seek additional Nurses who are passionate about, and thrive on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Nursing is a professionally stretching and highly rewarding career at Akari Care. You will be responsible for playing a personal and direct, hands-on role in ensuring the highest levels of clinical and medical care to our residents. You will also be leading, coaching, and mentoring a team to ensure you create a warm and inclusive environment in which our residents feel a sense of security and belonging while simultaneously retaining their dignity and self-respect. As reward for your kind and caring approach to our residents, alongside your personal and trusted knowledge, our homes offer a wide range of clinical experiences and opportunities which will enhance and expand your skills and competencies.

Main duties of the job

The position at Akari Care invites Registered Nurses who are eager to make significant positive impacts in the lives of older individuals. This Nursing role demands involvement in delivering top-notch clinical care and taking a leading part in inspiring a team, creating a supportive environment for residents. By nurturing a caring atmosphere, it seeks to foster a setting where residents feel secure and maintain their dignity. The job offers diverse clinical experiences and learning opportunities, promising personal and professional development. Applicants must possess an active nursing PIN with no restrictions and exhibit qualities like effective team leadership, adaptability, and strong communication skills.

About us

Akari Care is committed to providing unparalleled elderly care through a collaborative effort involving both internal staff and a wide array of qualified external professionals, forming a cohesive care community. The organization prioritizes preserving the identity and dignity of its residents, aiming to enrich their lives by creating an environment filled with respect and empathy. Sharing a belief in the core values of being personalised, kind, caring, trusted, and maintaining a strong community spirit is vital for anyone wishing to join Akari Care. The firm endeavors to uphold these principles in all interactions, ensuring quality and person-centred care.

Details

• Date posted: 15 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £22.06 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 1526958005
• Job locations: Akari Care, Gateshead, NE8 3SA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

About the role:

We now seek additional Nurses who are passionate about, and thrive on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Nursing is a professionally stretching and highly rewarding career at Akari Care. You will be responsible for playing a personal and direct, hands-on role in ensuring the highest levels of clinical and medical care to our residents. You will also be leading, coaching, and mentoring a team to ensure you create a warm and inclusive environment in which our residents feel a sense of security and belonging while simultaneously retaining their dignity and self-respect.

As reward for your kind and caring approach to our residents, alongside your personal and trusted knowledge, our homes offer a wide range of clinical experiences and opportunities which will enhance and expand your skills and competencies. These will enable you to gain both personal and professional growth in your career and continue to develop in a highly gratifying environment.

About you

• Are a registered nurse with an active PIN and no restrictions
• A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach
• Proven ability to lead by example, motivate a team and delegate effectively
• Have a coaching style leadership mentality to empower your colleagues
• Good communication and relationship building skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable, and engaging personal
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary
• A welcome bonus of £1,500 (T&Cs apply)
• Employers pension contribution of 3%
• We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
• Annual NMC fees paid
• 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)
• Fully funded training and development
• Support with personal development plans
• The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally

About us:

We never compromise on the quality of our services as a cohesive team consisting of internal colleagues and an extended range of externally qualified professionals which makes up our overall care community. Our aim is to help maintain the identity and dignity of our residents with a focus on living life to the fullest for everyone.

Whether you are experienced working in elderly care or are new to the sector, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.