Care Assistant

Job summary

About the role As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating 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. You will 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. 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 What is in it for you. A competitive salary Employer pension contribution of 3% Flexible working hours and patterns We offer Wage stream - an app allowing you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it 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

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Akari Care, you will have the crucial role of maintaining the well-being of our residents by delivering outstanding care. Your responsibilities will include assisting residents with daily activities such as personal care and meals, promoting an environment where they feel valued, respected, and fulfilled. Every day is unique in this role, demanding a balance of kindness, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Working in a supportive team, you will respect resident choices by providing personalized care. This position offers a competitive salary, employer pension contributions, and flexible working patterns. Additionally, you'll benefit from access to Wage Stream for early pay, recognition schemes, referral rewards, and retail discounts. Uniforms and DBS check costs are covered, along with 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Akari Care emphasizes staff development through fully-funded training, promoting a respectful and engaging community environment with welfare and well-being support.

About us

Akari Care is a committed provider of care services, focusing on maintaining a supportive and respectful environment for residents. They prioritize individual well-being by delivering personalized care in a community setting. The organization values qualities such as kindness, respect, and strong communication skills in their staff, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care. Akari Care offers a competitive salary package with added benefits such as employer pension contributions and flexible work hours. They utilize innovative solutions like Wage Stream to provide financial flexibility to their employees. Akari also recognizes and rewards staff contributions through various incentive schemes and offers access to retail discounts. Providing a comprehensive support system, they ensure employees are well-equipped and trained, covering the costs for uniforms and DBS checks. With a focus on professional development, Akari Care facilitates a nurturing work environment that encourages growth and job satisfaction.

Details

• Date posted: 07 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.22 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1535258042
• Job locations: Akari Care, Stanley, DH9 8AD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

About the role

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating 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.

You will 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.

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

What is in it for you.

• A competitive salary
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Flexible working hours and patterns
• We offer Wage stream - an app allowing youaccess to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• 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 well-being 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 had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

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