Senior Care Assistant – Akari Care
Location: Newton Aycliffe, DL5, United Kingdom
Employer: Akari Care
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £14.05 – £15.09 per hour
Sector: Health & Social Care
Job Overview
Akari Care is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join its supportive and inclusive care community in Newton Aycliffe.
This opportunity is suitable for an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant who is ready to take the next step in their career.
Working alongside other care assistants, you will help provide high-quality care to residents while supporting their individual needs, wellbeing and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering high-quality care and support to residents.
- Observing and reviewing residents’ care needs.
- Finalising care planning requirements.
- Supporting the development and delivery of social activities.
- Helping create activities that promote residents’ wellbeing and engagement.
- Supporting the training and supervision of junior and newly appointed colleagues.
- Working collaboratively with the wider care team.
- Helping maintain a warm, welcoming and homely environment.
- Supporting residents according to their individual needs and preferences.
- Building positive relationships with residents and their families.
- Working in line with Akari Care’s values and standards.
About the Ideal Candidate
Akari Care is looking for people who are compassionate, respectful and committed to providing personalised care.
You should have:
- A caring and compassionate nature.
- Good communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building abilities.
- The ability to adapt to changes at short notice.
- A warm, approachable and engaging personality.
- Respect for residents, colleagues and families.
- A genuine commitment to making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Career Development
This role may be particularly suitable for:
- Experienced Senior Care Assistants.
- Care Assistants looking to progress their careers.
- Experienced carers seeking further development.
- Individuals starting or developing a career in social care.
Akari Care provides training and development opportunities to help colleagues build their skills and progress professionally.
Salary & Benefits
The successful candidate can expect:
- £14.05 – £15.09 per hour
- Employer pension contribution of 3%
- Recognition schemes
- Rewarding referral schemes
- WageStream money management app, providing access to a percentage of earned pay
- Uniform provided
- DBS check costs paid
- 28 days annual leave based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays
- Fully funded training and development
- Support with personal development plans
Akari Care Values
Akari Care’s approach is built around the following values:
- Personalised
- Kind
- Caring
- Trusted
- Community
If you share these values and want to make a positive difference to residents, this could be an opportunity worth considering.
Job Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Senior Care Assistant |
| Company | Akari Care |
| Location | Newton Aycliffe, DL5 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | £14.05 – £15.09 per hour |
| Industry | Health & Social Care |
| Experience | Experienced Care Assistant / Senior Care Assistant preferred |
| Training | Fully funded training and development |
| DBS | DBS check costs paid |
Application Information
Applications are handled through Apply Gateway.
Applicants will be required to provide their personal details and may upload a CV/resume as part of the application process.
Important: The vacancy information provided does not state that Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available. Applicants requiring sponsorship should confirm eligibility and sponsorship availability directly with Akari Care before applying.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official application platform:
Make sure your CV is up to date and highlights relevant care experience, communication skills, qualifications and experience supporting residents.
Disclaimer
Job details, salary and availability can change. Applicants should verify the latest information and application requirements on the employer’s or recruitment platform’s listing before applying.