Domestic Assistant Bank

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

Job summary

A care organization is seeking a Domestic Assistant in North Shields. This role focuses on maintaining high cleanliness standards in residents' rooms and communal areas, working with domestic and laundry teams. The ideal candidate will be caring, adaptable, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. The position offers a competitive salary of £12.26 per hour and includes benefits such as a pension contribution, DBS check costs covered, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £12.26 per hour

5% pension contribution

Recognition and referral schemes

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Flexible working patterns

Fully funded training

Personal development support

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar environment is preferred.
• Caring nature with ability to personalize the care approach.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Collaborate with domestic and laundry teams.
• Assess and meet the domestic needs of all residents.

Skills

Experience working in a similar environment

Caring nature and personal approach

Flexible and adaptable

Strong work ethic

Ability to work under pressure

Warm and approachable demeanor

Respectful communication

Resilience and adaptability

Job description

Job Summary

This is a Domestic Assistant role at Akari Care, a company that operates award-winning care homes. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and communal areas, working collaboratively with the domestic and laundry teams. The successful candidate will have a caring nature, be adaptable and approachable, and prioritize resident care while promoting continuous improvement of standards.

Main Duties

The Domestic Assistant will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and all communal areas. They will work alongside and in collaboration with their colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams to ensure the delivery of the highest standards that make a true difference to each of the residents, contributing to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. The Domestic Assistant will need to be adaptable, approachable, and have a strong work ethic with a solution-based approach to problem-solving.

About Us

Akari Care is a company that operates award-winning care homes, with the aim of creating an environment where residents are valued, respected, and offered the personalized care they deserve. The company is committed to supporting its employees in developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide the best possible care for vulnerable adults.

Details

Date posted: 30 December 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £12.26 an hour

Contract: Bank

Working pattern: Flexible working

Reference number: 1448877494

Job locations: Akari Care, Royal Quays, NE29 6XP

Job Description

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 at all times 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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• A competitive salary £12.26 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
• The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included

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.

Employer Details

Akari Care Limited

Akari Care, Royal Quays, NE29 6XP

Your application can be submitted through the Akari Care website: https://www.akaricare.co.uk