Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Akari Care; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Akari Care is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to deliver high-quality personalized care in a supportive environment. You will work with a dedicated team, ensuring resident needs are met while fostering an inclusive atmosphere. A competitive hourly wage, training opportunities, and a supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Recognition and referral schemes

Access to Wagestream

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• A caring nature with a personal approach.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Warm, approachable, and engaging personality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to residents.
• Assist with social activities and supervision of junior colleagues.
• Review and finalize care plans.

Skills

Caring nature

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Approachable personality

Job description

Package Description:

Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales.

Are you an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to advance your career? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our supportive and inclusive community within our homes.

In this role, you will work alongside care assistants to deliver high-quality care to residents. Responsibilities include observing, reviewing, and finalising care plans, assisting with social activities, and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in line with Akari values.

We aim to create a homely environment that meets each resident's individual needs, fostering a warm and respectful atmosphere.

Our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share these values, we would love to hear from you.

About you:

• A caring nature with a personal approach
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
• Warm, approachable, and engaging personality
• Respect for others, treating everyone as you wish to be treated

What’s in it for you:

• A competitive salary starting at £13.50 per hour, up to £14.50 per hour depending on qualifications
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Access to Wagestream, a money management app to access a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Fully funded training and development opportunities
• Support with personal development plans