Care Home Assistant Practitioner CHAPS

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

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Choppington is looking for a Care Home Assistant Practitioner (CHAPS) to deliver high-quality, personalized care to elderly residents. The role involves supporting nursing staff and ensuring the well-being of residents. Requirements include a CHAPS certification, strong leadership skills, and the ability to foster good relationships. Competitive pay at £15.74/hour, along with excellent benefits including 28 days of annual leave and fully funded training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• Caring nature and personal approach.
• Ability to lead by example and motivate a team.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the physical, mental, and emotional needs of residents.
• Provide nursing assistance alongside nurses.
• Contribute to high-quality personalized care.

Education

Care Home Assistant Practitioner Certification (CHAPS)

Job description

Overview

This is a nights role for a Care Home Assistant Practitioner (CHAPS) at Akari Care, an award-winning care home provider. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of high-quality, personalized care to the elderly residents, working collaboratively with the nursing team to support their day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities

• Play a fundamental and integral role in the care team, supporting the physical, mental and emotional needs of residents.
• Work alongside the nurses to provide nursing assistance, allowing nurses to focus on more complex care requirements.
• Contribute to delivering the highest quality of personalised medical and clinical care in collaboration with colleagues, residents’ families and external professionals.
• Demonstrate a caring nature, lead by example, communicate effectively, and remain flexible and adaptable to changes.

What we require

• Care Home Assistant Practitioner Certification (CHAPS)
• A caring nature and a personal approach
• Ability to lead by example, motivate a team and delegate effectively
• Coaching-style leadership to empower colleagues
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable and engaging persona
• Respect for others and a professional, courteous manner

Benefits

• A competitive salary of £15.74 per hour
• Pension contribution of 5%
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working patterns
• Fully funded training and development
• Support with personal development plans
• Opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally
• Engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included

About Akari Care

Akari Care is an award-winning care home provider that aims to create an environment where residents are valued, respected, and offered personalised care. They are seeking a passionate and compassionate individual to join their care team in Choppington.

Details

Date posted: 23 September 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £15.74 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 1387035057

Job locations: Akari Care, Choppington, NE62 5JF