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Domestic AssistantNHS

Gateshead, NE8 1QU Permanent £12.76
Posted 12 October 2026 Closing date 11 December 2026
Checked 6 hours ago · still listed on NHS Jobs Closes in 31 days · 11 Dec 2026
Newcastle Rail Station (0.8 miles, direct) Gateshead (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) (0.3 miles, direct) Newcastle Coach Station (0.9 miles, direct)

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.

Main duties of the job

We seek a Domestic Assistant passionate about making a real difference in the lives of older people. The role involves collaborating with colleagues in the domestic and laundry teams to maintain high cleanliness standards in residents rooms and communal areas. The ideal candidate will prioritize resident care while promoting continual improvement in all areas. A caring nature, flexibility, adaptability, and a strong work ethic are essential. The position offers competitive salary, pension contributions, recognition schemes, funded training and development, and 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours). Uniform is provided, and DBS check costs are covered.

Job description

** 25 Hours per week over 5 days - Including alternate weekends **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.

About us

Akari Care is dedicated to providing personalized care for the elderly, aiming to create an environment where residents are valued and respected. They are committed to hiring individuals who share their values of personalized excellence, community spirit, and a caring nature. Akari Care emphasizes the importance of a clean and healthy environment, working with domestic and laundry teams to maintain high standards of hygiene. The organization offers career development opportunities, competitive salaries, pension contributions, recognition schemes, and fully funded training. Akari Care supports its employees through provided uniforms, DBS checks, and personal development plans.

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