Overview
Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales. They are looking for experienced Senior Care Assistants or Care Assistants to be part of their supportive and inclusive community within their homes.
Job details
Date posted: 01 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £13.50 to £14.50 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Akari Care, Gateshead, NE8 1QU
Reference number: 1372990901
Package and requirements
* Applicants MUST hold a valid NVQ Level 2 or 3 to be considered
Job responsibilities
* Deliver the highest quality levels of care to residents
* Observe, review, and finalise care planning needs
* Assist and contribute ideas for social activities
* Support the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value-driven way
* Create an environment where the atmosphere feels like residents’ personal home, catering to individual needs
About the company and values
Akari Care embodies values of being personalised, kind, caring, trusted, and community-driven. They seek colleagues who can make a difference for residents by upholding these values.
About you
* A caring nature with a personal approach
* Good communication and relationship-building skills
* Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
* Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
* Respect for everyone, treating others as you would wish to be treated
What’s in it for you
* Competitive salary starting at £13.50 per hour up to £14.50 per hour (depending on qualification)
* Employer Pension contribution of 3%
* Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes
* Wagestream – access a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
* 28 days annual leave (full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
* Fully funded training and development
* Support with personal development plans
UK compliance and recruitment notes
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
* Applicants must have current UK professional registration
Employer: Akari Care Limited, Gateshead, NE8 1QU
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