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
Main duties of the job As a Care Assistant at Akari Care, your primary responsibility is the wellbeing of our residents, ensuring they receive outstanding care. The role demands a kind and caring nature, with duties encompassing assistance with personal care and meals, as well as companionship. Collaboration with colleagues is key to providing a nurturing environment where residents feel valued and respected. Flexibility, good communication skills, and a warm, engaging manner are essential attributes, as well as a commitment to respecting and treating everyone with dignity. This temporary position in Choppington offers a competitive hourly rate alongside benefits such as flexible working patterns, employer pension contributions, access to Wage stream, and recognition schemes. Uniforms are provided, and DBS check costs are covered. With 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays, and fully funded training, this role provides an opportunity to make a significant difference in residents' lives while developing your career in care.
About us Akari Care is committed to maintaining the wellbeing of its residents through a supportive and caring environment. As an organization, it values kindness, respect, and the individuality of each resident. By collaborating with a diverse team, Akari Care ensures that each resident feels valued, respected, and dignified. The company places a significant emphasis on providing personalized care and supports the preferences of its residents to lead fulfilling lives. Akari Care also invests in its staff by offering competitive salaries, pension contributions, and access to a range of benefits, such as Wage stream and recognition schemes. Training and development are integral parts of Akari Care's support, ensuring that all team members can grow professionally. Through its core values of personalization, kindness, care, trust, and community, Akari Care strives to create an engaging and respectful environment not just for its residents, but for the staff that play a pivotal role in the organization's success.
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 mentioned. A kind and caring nature with good communication skills 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
Choppington
NE62 5JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)