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Akari Care Limited Domestic Assistant
The closing date is 06 November 2026
Job summary
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 always 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 d
Main duties of the job
We seek a passionate Domestic Assistant who thrives on making a real difference in the lives of older people. The role involves working with domestic and laundry teams to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in residents rooms and communal areas. You'll need to be adaptable and approachable, ensuring resident care is always prioritised while promoting improvement of standards. This position aims to provide a clean and healthy environment where residents are valued and respected. You will continually assess residents' domestic needs, ensuring high standards through adherence to policies. We value personalised excellence, community spirit, and a caring nature, offering career development and support for vulnerable adults.
About us
Akari Care is committed to providing personalised care for the elderly in its award-winning homes. Our goal is to create an environment where residents are valued and respected, enabling them to retain their individualism and dignity. We seek individuals who reflect our core values of personalised excellence, community spirit, and a caring nature. In return, Akari Care offers career development opportunities that enhance knowledge, skills, and support for vulnerable adults. We emphasize a community environment where everyone is respected and included. As a part of our team, employees benefit from competitive salaries, pension contributions, recognition schemes, and support with personal development plans, ensuring a fulfilling career at Akari Care.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.76 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1548412647
Job locations
Akari Care
Chapeltown
S35 2YH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 always 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
What is 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 gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.
Job responsibilities
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 always 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
What is 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 gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of working within a similar environment, a caring nature with the ability to give everyone a personal approach, flexibility and adaptability to changes at short notice, strong work ethic with a solution-based approach to problem-solving, working well under pressure, warm and engaging persona, respect for everyone, treating others as you would want to be treated, resilience and adaptability to differing needs of colleagues and residents.
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of working within a similar environment, a caring nature with the ability to give everyone a personal approach, flexibility and adaptability to changes at short notice, strong work ethic with a solution-based approach to problem-solving, working well under pressure, warm and engaging persona, respect for everyone, treating others as you would want to be treated, resilience and adaptability to differing needs of colleagues and residents.
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
Chapeltown
S35 2YH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Akari Care Limited
Address
Akari Care
Chapeltown
S35 2YH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Akari Care
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.76 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1548412647
Job locations
Akari Care
Chapeltown
S35 2YH
United Kingdom
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