Care AssistantNHS

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 teamGood communication skills and able to build relationshipsFlexibility and adaptable to changes at short noticeWarm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect 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

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Akari Care in Nantwich, you will be crucial in ensuring the wellbeing and happiness of our residents by delivering exceptional care and collaborating with colleagues and the wider team. Your role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, such as personal care and meals, as well as offering companionship. We are looking for individuals who are kind, caring, and committed to creating a respectful environment where residents' individuality and dignity are prioritized. Ideal candidates will be flexible, adaptable, and possess good communication skills to foster strong relationships. Benefits include a competitive salary, employer pension contribution, flexible working hours, and access to an app allowing instant pay access. Additionally, employees can expect various recognition schemes, retail discounts, uniform provision, and fully funded training opportunities.

Job description

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.

About us

Akari Care is a dedicated care provider committed to offering exceptional residential care services. Our organization prioritizes creating a nurturing environment where residents feel valued, respected, and able to lead fulfilled lives. We focus on providing personalized care tailored to individual needs, ensuring residents retain their dignity and individuality. At Akari Care, we believe in fostering a strong sense of community and teamwork, where every staff member contributes to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development and recognition. Our values emphasize kindness, caring, and trust, ensuring we maintain a warm and engaging atmosphere across all our care facilities.