About this role
Job summary About the role As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives. You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support. About you Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team Good communication skills and able to build relationships Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated What is in it for you. A competitive salary Employer pension contribution of 3% Flexible working hours and patterns We offer Wage stream - an app allowing you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Akari Care, you will have the crucial role of maintaining the well-being of our residents by delivering outstanding care. Your responsibilities will include assisting residents with daily activities such as personal care and meals, promoting an environment where they feel valued, respected, and fulfilled. Every day is unique in this role, demanding a balance of kindness, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Working in a supportive team, you will respect resident choices by providing personalized care. This position offers a competitive salary, employer pension contributions, and flexible working patterns. Additionally, you'll benefit from access to Wage Stream for early pay, recognition schemes, referral rewards, and retail discounts. Uniforms and DBS check costs are covered, along with 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Akari Care emphasizes staff development through fully-funded training, promoting a respectful and engaging community environment with welfare and well-being support.
About us Akari Care is a committed provider of care services, focusing on maintaining a supportive and respectful environment for residents. They prioritize individual well-being by delivering personalized care in a community setting. The organization values qualities such as kindness, respect, and strong communication skills in their staff, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care. Akari Care offers a competitive salary package with added benefits such as employer pension contributions and flexible work hours. They utilize innovative solutions like Wage Stream to provide financial flexibility to their employees. Akari also recognizes and rewards staff contributions through various incentive schemes and offers access to retail discounts. Providing a comprehensive support system, they ensure employees are well-equipped and trained, covering the costs for uniforms and DBS checks. With a focus on professional development, Akari Care facilitates a nurturing work environment that encourages growth and job satisfaction.
Job description Job responsibilities
About the role
As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives.
You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support.
About you
Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team Good communication skills and able to build relationships Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated
What is in it for you.
A competitive salary Employer pension contribution of 3% Flexible working hours and patterns We offer Wage stream - an app allowing youaccess to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays) Fully funded training and development An engaging community environment where everyone is respected Welfare and well-being support
Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, 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 CommunityIf you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Kind and caring nature, good communication skills, flexibility, warm and engaging persona, respect for others
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Akari Care Limited
Address Akari Care
Stanley
DH9 8AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)