Care Assistant Nights

NHS; North Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in North Shields seeks a compassionate Care Assistant to ensure the wellbeing of residents through outstanding care. You will assist with daily living tasks, fostering an environment where residents are valued and respected. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £12.70 per hour and includes benefits like flexible hours and fully funded training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Flexible working hours

Wage stream access

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Welfare support

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but a kind and caring nature is essential.
• Good communication skills and flexibility are key.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living tasks such as personal care and meals.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide personalized care.

Skills

Kind and caring nature

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Job Summary

As a Care Assistant at Akari Care, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care. You will be kind, caring, and committed to creating an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and lead fulfilled lives.

Main Duties of the Job

Your responsibilities will include assisting our residents with daily living tasks such as personal care, meals, and spending quality time with them. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team to provide personalized care and support, respecting the individual choices and preferences of our residents.

About Us

Akari Care is a leading provider of residential care services, committed to delivering high-quality care and support to the communities it serves. With a focus on creating a warm, welcoming, and engaging environment, Akari Care strives to empower its residents and help them live fulfilling lives.

Job Details

Date posted: 10 November 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £12.70 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 1424696890
Job location: Akari Care, Royal Quays, NE29 6XP

Job Responsibilities

Package Description:

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 will 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

Whats 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

Values

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

Person Specification – Qualifications Essential

• No specific qualifications are required, but a kind and caring nature, good communication skills, flexibility, and a warm, approachable persona are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer Details

Employer name: Akari Care Limited
Address: Akari Care, Royal Quays, NE29 6XP
Employer's website: https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)