Job summary Akari Care is seeking a passionate Domestic Assistant to join their team in Forest Hall. This role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the residents' rooms and communal areas, contributing to the overall well-being and comfort of the residents. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar environment, a caring nature, and the ability to adapt to changes and work well under pressure. Main duties of the job The Domestic Assistant will be responsible for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for the residents, working collaboratively with the domestic and laundry teams. They will continuously assess the domestic needs of the residents and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met, promoting the residents' dignity and individuality. The role requires a flexible, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach, as well as a warm and engaging personality. About us Akari Care is an award-winning provider of care homes for the elderly, with a focus on creating a respectful and personalized environment where residents can thrive. The organization is committed to delivering the highest standards of care and fostering a supportive community for both residents and staff. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.49 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1255772075 Job locations Akari Care Forest Hall NE12 9DH 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 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 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 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 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 The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar environment, a caring nature, and the ability to adapt to changes and work well under pressure. They should also possess a strong work ethic, a solution-based approach to problem-solving, and a warm and engaging persona. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar environment, a caring nature, and the ability to adapt to changes and work well under pressure. They should also possess a strong work ethic, a solution-based approach to problem-solving, and a warm and engaging persona. 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 Forest Hall NE12 9DH Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)