About this role
Job summary Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes. Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way. We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs. About you: A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach, Good communication and relationship building skills, Flexible 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%, Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes, We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it. 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 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, Community. If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at Akari Care, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are currently a Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant aiming to advance in your career, this role is perfect for you. You will be responsible for delivering the highest quality of care to our residents, working alongside care assistants. This includes tasks like observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, developing ideas for social activities, and assisting in the training and supervision of junior colleagues. We seek caring individuals who are adaptable, warm, and approachable. Good communication skills and the ability to treat others with respect are essential. At Akari Care, we value personal development and offer a competitive salary, pension contributions, recognition and referral schemes, and a comprehensive training and development program. We also provide uniforms and cover DBS check costs. Our values emphasize being Personalized, Kind, Caring, Trusted, and fostering a strong Community. Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of our residents.
About us Akari Care is committed to providing exceptional care services with a focus on creating a supportive and inclusive community within its homes. As an organization, Akari Care places a high value on delivering personalized, high-quality care to residents. Employees enjoy a work environment where their contributions are recognized and valued. Akari Care is dedicated to respecting the individuality of both its residents and staff, fostering an atmosphere of trust and community. They offer competitive salary packages and opportunities for personal and professional growth through fully funded training and support for personal development plans. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, Akari Care encourages collaboration and engagement among staff, ensuring that the workplace is not only professional but also caring and welcoming. The organization is driven by a mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of both employees and residents, emphasizing values such as Kindness, Caring, and building a Trusted community.
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes.
Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way.
We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs.
About you:
A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach,Good communication and relationship building skills,Flexible 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 salaryEmployer Pension contribution of 3%,Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes,We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.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 plansWhether 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:
PersonalisedKindCaringTrustedCommunityIf you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Caring nature, good communication and relationship-building skills, flexibility, 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
Newcastle
NE5 5AY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)