Job summary This role as a Domestic Assistant at Akari Care offers an opportunity to make a real and positive difference to the lives of older people in an award-winning care home. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, contributing to the creation of a clean, healthy, and respectful environment for the residents. By demonstrating a caring nature, adaptability, and a strong work ethic, you can develop your skills and grow within this rewarding career. Main duties of the job As a Domestic Assistant, you will be part of the domestic and laundry teams, working to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and all communal areas. You will need to be adaptable, approachable, and prioritize resident care at all times, actively promoting continuous improvement of standards. Through adherence to policies and procedures, you and your colleagues will deliver exceptional care that makes a true difference to each resident's life, contributing to their ongoing well-being and dignity. About us Akari Care is an award-winning provider of high-quality care for the elderly. Their aim is to create an environment where residents feel valued, respected, and provided with the personalized care they deserve. The organization is committed to developing its staff and providing a supportive, inclusive community where everyone is respected. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.49 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1254660494 Job locations Akari Care Hardwick TS19 8FR Job description Job responsibilities Package 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 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 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 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 Whats 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 grow and develop both personally and professionally An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included AKSPO Job description Job responsibilities Package 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 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 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 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 Whats 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 grow and develop both personally and professionally An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included AKSPO Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience in a similar environment, a caring nature with the ability to provide a personal approach, flexibility and adaptability, a strong work ethic with a solution-based problem-solving approach, the ability to work well under pressure, a warm and engaging persona, and a respectful attitude towards everyone. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience in a similar environment, a caring nature with the ability to provide a personal approach, flexibility and adaptability, a strong work ethic with a solution-based problem-solving approach, the ability to work well under pressure, a warm and engaging persona, and a respectful attitude towards everyone. 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 Hardwick TS19 8FR Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)