Domestic Assistant

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  • Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
  • £12.26 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
This is a Domestic Assistant role within Akari Care, a company that aims to create an environment where their residents are valued, respected, and offered personalized care. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and communal areas, contributing to the provision of a clean and healthy environment for the residents.Main duties of the jobAs a Domestic Assistant at Akari Care, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and all communal areas. You will work alongside and collaborate with your colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams, prioritizing resident care at all times and actively promoting continuous improvement of standards in all areas. Your role will involve continuously assessing the domestic needs of all residents and ensuring the delivery of the highest standards that make a true difference to each of our residents, contributing to the ongoing fulfillment of their lives.About usAkari Care is an award-winning care provider that aims to create an environment where their residents are valued, respected, and offered the personalized care they deserve. The company is committed to providing a clean and healthy environment for their residents, where they can retain their individualism and dignity.DetailsDate posted06 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£12.26 an hourContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number1357998142Job locationsAkari CareWhitley BayNE26 2EUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPackage Description: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 difference to 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 at all times 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 environmentA caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approachFlexible and adaptable to changes at short noticeStrong work ethic with solution-based approach to problem solvingWork well under pressure without negative impact to those around youWarm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treatedResilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residentsWhats in it for you:A competitive salary £12.26 per hourPension contribution of 5%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemesUniform provided and DBS check costs paid28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plansThe opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionallyAn engaging community environment where everyone is respected and includedAKSPO Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPackage Description: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 difference to 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 at all times 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 environmentA caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approachFlexible and adaptable to changes at short noticeStrong work ethic with solution-based approach to problem solvingWork well under pressure without negative impact to those around youWarm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treatedResilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residentsWhats in it for you:A competitive salary £12.26 per hourPension contribution of 5%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemesUniform provided and DBS check costs paid28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plansThe opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionallyAn engaging community environment where everyone is respected and includedAKSPOPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • You are not required to have specific qualifications, but you should have experience of working in a similar environment and demonstrate a caring nature with the ability to give everyone a personal approach. Additionally, you should be flexible, adaptable, and have a strong work ethic with a solution-based approach to problem-solving.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • You are not required to have specific qualifications, but you should have experience of working in a similar environment and demonstrate a caring nature with the ability to give everyone a personal approach. Additionally, you should be flexible, adaptable, and have a strong work ethic with a solution-based approach to problem-solving.

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