Compassionate Elder Care Domestic Assistant

Akari-Care; Blyth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution 5%

Uniform provided

DBS check costs paid

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Personal development plans

Engaging community environment

Job summary

Akari Care is seeking a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about caring for the elderly and upholding high standards of cleanliness in our homes. You will work closely with domestic and laundry teams to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, delivering care with a personal touch.

You will contribute to continual improvement of standards, ensuring policies are followed and residents feel valued, respected, and well cared for.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within similar environment.
• A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.
• Strong work ethic with solution-based approach to problem solving.
• Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona.
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.
• Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in residents' rooms and communal areas.
• Collaborate with domestic and laundry teams to ensure quality service.
• Prioritise resident care while promoting continual improvement of standards.
• Assess domestic needs of all residents and adhere to policies and procedures.

Skills

Caring nature

Flexible

Team player

Resilient

Job description

Akari Care is seeking a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about caring for the elderly and upholding high standards of cleanliness in our homes. You will work closely with domestic and laundry teams to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, delivering care with a personal touch.

You will contribute to continual improvement of standards, ensuring policies are followed and residents feel valued, respected, and well cared for.