Job summary
Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales. As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, working collaboratively 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.
Main duties of the job
You'll 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 us
Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales. We are committed to providing a caring and supportive environment for our residents, where they are valued, respected, and able to lead fulfilled lives.
Details
Date posted: 28 October 2025
Salary: £12.70 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Location: Blyth, NE24 1DW
Job responsibilities
You will work within the caring team to support daily living activities, personal care and smooth nutrition support. You will provide emotional support, companionship, and advocate for residents’ wishes and dignity. You will maintain accurate records of care, follow infection control and safeguarding procedures, and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary staff to plan care and review outcomes. You will embody our core values: personalised, kind, caring, trusted, and community.
Qualifications
* You should have a kind and caring nature, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly and adapt to changes. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided.
What we offer
A competitive salary of £12.70 per hour, an employer pension contribution of 3%, flexible working hours and patterns, recognition schemes, uniform provision 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, and welfare and wellbeing support.
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