Domestic Assistant - Piper Court Stockton-on-Tees, England
Job 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
What's in it for you: 
A competitive salary of £9.55 per hour
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
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