Domestic Assistant

NHS; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution of 5%

Recognition schemes

Uniform provided

Paid DBS check costs

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Job summary

NHS in Gateshead is looking for a dedicated Domestic Assistant to work 16 hours per week, including alternating weekday and weekend shifts. This role involves maintaining high cleanliness standards and supporting elderly residents in an award-winning care environment.

We seek individuals with a compassionate nature and strong work ethic, who respect others and can adapt to the needs of residents and colleagues. Attractive benefits include a pension plan and fully funded training.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a similar environment.
• Ability to provide personal care with respect and empathy.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in residents' rooms.
• Work collaboratively with domestic and laundry teams.
• Continually assess the domestic needs of all residents.

Skills

Caring nature

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible and adaptable

Strong work ethic

Warm and approachable personality

Education

Experience in a similar environment

Job description

16 Hours per week - 2 x week days and 2 times weekend days (alternating) 9.30am-5.30pm If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working alongside and in collaboration with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will be adaptable and approachable in nature, not only prioritising resident care always but actively promoting continual improvement of standards in all areas. This approach should reinforce the provision of a clean and healthy environment in which our residents are valued, respected, and retain their

Main duties of the job

The Domestic Assistant position at Akari Care requires individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of elderly residents. The role involves working collaboratively with domestic and laundry teams to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in residents' rooms and communal areas. The job demands adaptability, approachability, and a strong work ethic focused on providing personalized and excellent care to residents. The goal is to create an environment where residents feel valued and respected. The position is for 16 hours per week, including both weekday and weekend shifts.

About us

Akari Care is dedicated to providing high-quality care for the elderly within an environment where residents are respected, valued, and receive personalized care. Known for award-winning homes, Akari Care emphasizes the importance of a respectful and caring atmosphere for both residents and staff. The company seeks individuals who align with its values of community spirit, personalized excellence, and compassionate caregiving. Employees are offered opportunities for personal and professional development, competitive salaries, and benefits such as pension contributions and recognition schemes.

Job responsibilities

** 16 Hours per week - 2 x week days and 2 times weekend days (alternating) 9.30am-5.30pm **

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto the lives of older people.

Working alongside and in collaboration with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will be adaptable and approachable in nature, not only prioritising resident care always but actively promoting continual improvement of standards in all areas. This approach should reinforce the provision of a clean and healthy environment in which our residents are valued, respected, and retain their individualism and dignity. You will continually assess the domestic needs of all residents. Through the adherence to all policies and procedures you and your colleagues will ensure delivery of the highest standards that make a true difference to each of our residents, contributing to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives.

By showing us you can match our values with the desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

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

What is in it for you:

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)

Fully funded training and development

Support with personal development plans.

The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.

An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a similar environment, a caring nature, flexibility, strong work ethic, ability to work under pressure, warm and approachable personality, respect for others, adaptation to varying needs.

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.