About this role
Job summary
If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working alongside and in collaboration with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas.
You will be adaptable and approachable in nature, not only prioritising resident care always but actively promoting continual improvement of standards in all areas. This approach should reinforce the provision of a clean and healthy environment in which our residents are valued, respected, and retain their individualism and dignity. You will continually assess the dom
Main duties of the job
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly people? Join our team at Akari Care as a Domestic Assistant. In this role, you will work alongside domestic and laundry teams to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in both residents' rooms and communal areas. We are looking for someone adaptable, flexible, and caring, who is committed to maintaining and improving standards. A strong work ethic and the ability to work under pressure without affecting those around you are essential. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension contributions, 28 days of annual leave, flexible working patterns, and funded training and development.
About us
Akari Care is dedicated to providing personalised care in a supportive and respectful environment for the elderly. Our commitment is to nurture a community that respects individuals and maintains their dignity while providing excellent care. We offer opportunities for career development, aiming to enhance our team's knowledge and skills in support of vulnerable adults. Akari Care values the contributions of its team, recognizing the efforts of employees through schemes and rewards. Our engagement in continual improvement ensures that both residents and staff have a fulfilling experience in an inclusive community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto the lives of older people.
Working alongside and in collaboration with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will be adaptable and approachable in nature, not only prioritising resident care always but actively promoting continual improvement of standards in all areas. This approach should reinforce the provision of a clean and healthy environment in which our residents are valued, respected, and retain their individualism and dignity. You will continually assess the domestic needs of all residents. Through the adherence to all policies and procedures you and your colleagues will ensure delivery of the highest standards that make a true difference to each of our residents, contributing to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives.
By showing us you can match our values with the desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.
What we require from you
- Experience of working within similar environment
- A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach.
- Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.
- Strong work ethic with solution-based approach to problem solving.
- Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.
- Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
- Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.
- Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents
What is in it for you
- A competitive salary
- Pension contribution of 5%
- 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)
- Flexible working patterns
- Fully funded training and development
- Support with personal development plans.
- The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
- An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in a similar environment, a caring nature, flexibility, adaptability, a strong work ethic, and an engaging persona.
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
Sheffield
S35 2YH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)