Care Assistant – NHS

Location: Newcastle, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Pay Rate: £13.55 per hour
Employer: (Akari Care)

 Overview

The NHS (through Akari Care) is recruiting Care Assistants in Newcastle to provide high-quality, person-centred care. The role focuses on supporting residents with dignity, independence, and comfort in a safe environment.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you will support residents with daily living, personal care, companionship, and emotional support while working as part of a professional care team.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Assist with bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Support mobility and hygiene needs

Daily Support

• Help with meals and nutrition
• Assist with daily routines

Emotional Support

• Provide companionship and conversation
• Support mental wellbeing

Professional Duties

• Follow care plans accurately
• Maintain records and reports
• Work with healthcare teams
• Ensure dignity and safeguarding standards

About You

• Kind, caring, and compassionate
• Good communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable
• Respectful and patient
• Team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• £13.55 per hour
• Pension contribution (3%)
• Flexible working hours
• Paid DBS check
• Free uniform
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Training and development support
• Employee discounts and rewards
• Wellbeing support
• Early wage access options

Company Values

• Personalised care
• Kindness
• Compassion
• Trust
• Community focus

Why Apply

This is a rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful career in care while improving the lives of residents every day.

Location

Akari Care
Newcastle, NE5 5AY
United Kingdom

How to Apply

Apply via the NHS/Akari Care recruitment portal or through the official job listing link.

Apply now