# Housekeeper > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Akari Care Limited. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeper/34234bc7-7a13-4926-9473-d7963fc5e28a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeper/34234bc7-7a13-4926-9473-d7963fc5e28a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Akari Care Limited - **Town:** Gateshead - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £12.91 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-08-10T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-12T07:08:32.315Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/W0033-26-0840?employerCode=W0033 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1515442187&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary 37.5 Hours per week - 4 days per week 8am-6pm Including alternate weekends 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 Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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. ### Main duties of the job We now seek a Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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 and, through the adherence to all policies and procedures, ensure that delivery to the highest standards, through your teams, makes a true difference to each of our residents which contributes to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. ### About us Akari Care is dedicated to creating a supportive and respectful environment for our elderly residents, where their individual care needs are prioritized. Our award-winning homes are focused on providing personalised care that celebrates resident individuality and dignity. At Akari Care, we believe in making a positive impact in the lives of older adults and are committed to fostering career growth and development for our staff. We offer support, training, and coaching to help our employees thrive in their roles. Joining us means being part of a community that values excellence, compassion, and a community spirit, where everyone is respected and included. Our staff are encouraged to develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities to better support our residents, contributing to their well-being and quality of life. Akari Care offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, fully funded training and development plans, and flexible working patterns. ### Details - Date posted: 11 June 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £12.91 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: 1515442187 - Job locations: Akari Care, Gateshead, NE11 9AE, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities ** 37.5 Hours per week - 4 days per week 8am-6pm Including alternate weekends **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 Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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 and, through the adherence to all policies and procedures ensure that delivery to the highest standards, through your teams, makes a true difference to each of our residents which contributes to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. By showing us you can match our values with the right 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 - Housekeeper/Team leader experience required. - 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: - A competitive salary - Pension contribution of 3% - 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 gain experience and develop both personally and professionally. - An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included. ## Job Details 37.5 Hours per week - 4 days per week 8am-6pm Including alternate weekends 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 Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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. ## Job Description We now seek a Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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 and, through the adherence to all policies and procedures, ensure that delivery to the highest standards, through your teams, makes a true difference to each of our residents which contributes to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. ## Responsibilities ** 37.5 Hours per week - 4 days per week 8am-6pm Including alternate weekends **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 Housekeeper who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Through support, training, and coaching of your domestic and laundry teams, you will assume responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in our residents rooms and in all communal areas. You will ensure that the correct staff resource is always available through accurate staff rostering, prioritising resident care at all times which actively promotes 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 and, through the adherence to all policies and procedures ensure that delivery to the highest standards, through your teams, makes a true difference to each of our residents which contributes to the ongoing fulfilment of their lives. By showing us you can match our values with the right 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 Housekeeper/Team leader experience required. 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: A competitive salary Pension contribution of 3% 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 gain experience and develop both personally and professionally. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Experience of working within a similar environment, Housekeeper/Team leader experience required, 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. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.