Care Assistant - Bank

Akari Care; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in personalized nursing and residential care is seeking compassionate Care Assistants. In this rewarding role, you will support residents in maintaining their wellbeing through daily living assistance, personal care, and companionship. The ideal candidate will possess a kind and caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to teamwork. Join a supportive community that values respect and individuality, where every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact on residents' lives. This position offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and a nurturing environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution

Flexible working hours

Recognition schemes

Uniform provided

Fully funded training

28 days annual leave

Welfare and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Kind and caring nature with a commitment to supporting others.
• Good communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide outstanding care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Kind and caring nature

Flexibility and adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

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About the role and Akari Care

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.

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.

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

Our Values:

1. Personalised
2. Kind
3. Caring
4. Trusted
5. Community

About you:

1. Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team
2. Good communication skills and able to build relationships
3. Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice
4. Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
5. Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

What’s in it for you:

1. A competitive salary of £12.02 per hour
2. Employer pension contribution of 3%
3. Flexible working hours and patterns
4. Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts
5. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
6. 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
7. Fully funded training and development
8. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected
9. Welfare and wellbeing support