Job summary
Package Description: About the role and Akari Care Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales. As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, working collaboratively with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives. Youll assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support. Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you hadnt guessed, our values are: Personalised, Kind, Caring, Trusted, CommunIty. If you share our values then we would love to hear from you. About you Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team Good communic
Main duties of the job
As a Care Assistant with Akari Care, you'll be integral in providing high-quality care to residents in our nursing and residential communities across England and Wales. You'll ensure residents' well-being through assistance with daily living, personal care, and providing meals, all while maintaining their dignity and individuality. Our values emphasize personalized, kind, and respectful care. If you share these values and possess a warm, approachable nature with good communication skills, we'd love to hear from you. Akari Care offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, recognition schemes, and opportunities for professional development.
About us
Akari Care is a well-regarded provider of personalized nursing and residential care, operating within communities throughout England and Wales. The organization prides itself on maintaining a nurturing environment for residents, emphasizing respect, individuality, and fulfilling lives. Akari Care highly values qualities like kindness, caring, and trust within its team, and it operates with a deep commitment to community engagement. Employees at Akari Care benefit from supportive working environments, pathways for professional growth, and various staff recognition schemes. The organization places a strong emphasis on the well-being of both its residents and its staff, providing a rewarding work environment.
Details
- Date posted: 20 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.22 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1528468770
- Job locations: Akari Care, Chapeltown, S35 2YH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
About the role and Akari Care
Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales.
As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, working collaboratively with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives.
Youll assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support.
Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you hadnt guessed, our values are:
- Personalised
- Kind
- Caring
- Trusted
- CommunIty
If you share our values then we would love to hear from you.
About you
- Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team
- Good communication skills and able to build relationships
- Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice
- Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
- Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated
Whats in it for you
- A competitive salary of £12.70 per hour
- Employer pension contribution of 3%
- Flexible working hours and patterns
- Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts
- Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
- 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
- Fully funded training and development
- An engaging community environment where everyone is respected
- Welfare and wellbeing support
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The role requires a kind and caring nature, enjoyment in supporting others, teamwork, and good communication skills. Flexibility and adaptability are also important.
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This advert is for Care Assistant - Nights with Akari Care Limited in Gateshead, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £13.22 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.
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