Care Assistant - Days

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

Job summary

A reputable care provider in North Shields seeks a compassionate Care Assistant to enhance the wellbeing of residents through exceptional care. This role includes daily living support, such as personal care and meals, in a respectful environment that honors the individuality of each resident. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a kind, adaptable nature. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £12.70 per hour

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Flexible working hours

Recognition and referral schemes

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Welfare and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Enjoy supporting others and working in a team.
• Able to build relationships through good communication.
• Adaptable to changes at short notice.
• Engaging and approachable persona.
• Treat others as you would expect to be treated.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the wellbeing of residents through outstanding care.
• Assist residents with daily living tasks such as personal care and meals.
• Provide personalized care and support respecting individual choices.

Skills

Kind and caring nature

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Warm and approachable

Respect for others

Job description

Overview

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.

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
• 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 wellbeing support

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