Akari Care Limited

Domestic Assistant

Akari Care Limited View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
Dental Assistant
GBP 0 - 12 per year

Posted 6 day(s) ago

Reference: 2387312


Job summary

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 Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto 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 always 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.

Main duties of the job

We now seek a Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto 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 always 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.

About us

Akari Care is dedicated to creating an environment where elderly residents are valued, respected, and offered the personalised care they deserve. Known for its award-winning homes, Akari Care focuses on providing exceptional care to the elderly, supporting their daily needs with a compassionate and professional approach. As part of the team, Akari Care looks for individuals who are committed to making a real difference in the lives of older people by ensuring they are cared for in a clean, healthy, and respectful environment. With a focus on personal development, Akari Care offers training and support, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their role and grow within the company. The organisation is determined to maintain high standards of excellence and community spirit, providing their employees with opportunities to develop their skills in supporting vulnerable adults.

Details
Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.76 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1560032631

Job locations

Akari Care

Stanley

DH9 8AD

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

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 Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto 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 always 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.

By showing us you can match our values with the 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

  • 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 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 gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.

  • An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.

Job description
Job responsibilities

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 Domestic Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive differenceto 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 always 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.

By showing us you can match our values with the 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

  • 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 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 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, caring nature with ability to give personal approach, flexible and adaptable, strong work ethic, work well under pressure, warm, approachable, engaging persona, respect for everyone, resilient and adaptable.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Experience of working within a similar environment, caring nature with ability to give personal approach, flexible and adaptable, strong work ethic, work well under pressure, warm, approachable, engaging persona, respect for everyone, resilient and adaptable.
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
Employer name

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Stanley

DH9 8AD

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Stanley

DH9 8AD

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)