About this role
Job summary About the roleAs 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 youKind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a teamGood communication skills and able to build relationshipsFlexibility and adaptable to changes at short noticeWarm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treatedWhat is in it for you. A competitive salaryEmployer pension contribution of 3%Flexible working hours and pattern
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Akari Care, you will be involved in providing exceptional care to residents, ensuring their well-being and dignity are maintained. This role requires a compassionate nature, good communication skills, and the ability to work well within a team. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities, personal care, and meals while respecting their individual preferences. The position offers flexible working hours, a competitive salary, employer pension contributions, access to Wage stream, retail discounts, and various recognition schemes. Akari Care values personalized, kind, caring, trusted, and community-focused care, so if you align with these values, they encourage you to join their team.
About us Akari Care is a leading provider of care services dedicated to creating and maintaining a supportive environment for its residents. They emphasize the importance of a personalized approach, making sure that each resident is treated with kindness, respect, and dignity. Akari Care focuses on providing tailored care and support, allowing residents to retain their individuality and lead fulfilled lives. The organisation is committed to the well-being of both residents and staff, offering competitive compensation packages, flexible work schedules, and ample opportunities for professional development. Akari Care values a community-centric approach, ensuring everyone is appreciated, respected, and supported.
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
No specific qualifications are required, but a compassionate nature and enjoyment of supporting others are essential.
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 3AB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)