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 Responsibilities
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 prioritizing 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.
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
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
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