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Age UK North Tyneside is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced dementia nurse to become our Lead Admiral Nurse, guiding and inspiring a specialist service that truly makes a difference.

This is a full-time role (35 hours per week) based in Newcastle, with the potential for some hybrid working. The Salary range is: £41,011-£45,939

You will be supported by @Dementia UK through regular Clinical Supervision and Continuing Professional and Practice Development to maintain excellent standards and specialist skills in dementia care.

As Lead Admiral Nurse, you will:

* Provide strategic and clinical leadership, managing a team of Admiral Nurses, Dementia Coordinators, and Coordinating Officers.

* Drive service development and quality improvement, ensuring evidence-based dementia care across the locality.

* Act as a role model and mentor, supporting professional growth and maintaining high standards of practice.

* Collaborate with local and national partners to shape integrated care pathways and influence best practice.

The successful applicant will hold a registered nursing qualification and have significant post-registration experience in dementia care, including leadership and mentoring. Strong communication, decision-making, and the ability to inspire others are essential.

Benefits:

* 35 hour working week

* Monday – Friday ( no weekend working)

* 27 days holiday including a Wellbeing Day

* Blue Light Card eligibility

* Generous pension scheme

* Staff referral rewards

* Annual “Thank You” events

* A warm, supportive working environment where your work is truly valued

Age UK North Tyneside are proud to carry the ‘positive about disabled people’ symbol due to our commitments regarding recruitment, training, retention, consultation and disability awareness. We recruit the most suitable individuals for each vacancy regardless of sex, sexuality, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, gender, marital status, social or economic background or caring responsibilities.

If you are interested in the role then please apply or email our HR Team for more information