Care Assistant

Akari Care Limited; North Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care provider in the UK is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to enhance the wellbeing of residents. The candidate will assist with daily living activities, promote a respectful environment, and collaborate with the care team. With a salary of £12.70 per hour, the position offers flexible working hours and comprehensive training. Ideal for those experienced in care or starting in this rewarding field.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution

Flexible working hours

Wage stream access

Recognition schemes

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Adaptability to changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Provide personal care and meal support.
• Engage with residents and promote their wellbeing.

Skills

Good communication skills

Kind and caring nature

Flexibility and adaptability

Respectful attitude

Job description

Package Description

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, 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.

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 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’s in it for you

• A competitive salary of £12.70 per hour
• 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
• 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 hadn’t guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values then we would love to hear from you.

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