Staff Testimonials

"Health care is all I know and is who I am. From a very young age, I was involved in a scheme for young carers due to my legal guardians being my grandparents. I learnt the value of support, care and kindness and the scheme helped me figure out who I saw myself as.... a supporter, a comforter, a carer.

In 2007 I began my career with Akari Care as a carer and worked my way up to Senior Carer in 2011. I have always been driven and ambitious so when I heard about the Nursing Associate Programme, I thought it would be a perfect next stage to my career.

I was excited but nervous to start the course, but it turns out I had nothing to worry about. The opportunity to progress and learn with full support from Akari Care and my colleagues was just incredible. With exceptional support, I was given the opportunity to work across all of Akari Care's units to gain experience, including one of their rehab units so I could broaden my knowledge of clinical skills.

Now I am a Qualified Nursing Associate and even more excited about my future with Akari Care"

"I have been with Akari Care for nearly five years as a Care Home Advanced Practitioner. I was the first person to become a Care Home Advanced Practitioner within the whole of the UK. Each day working for Akari Care is very different and can include medication routines, observations, GP liaison - the list can go on! I love the passion that my colleagues within Akari Care display and it's so lovely when we all interact with the residents.

Throughout my time being with Akari Care, I can honestly say it has been a wonderful experience and a privilege. My colleagues within the care home, the management team and the support staff are all incredibly supportive and have both guided and taken their time to help with any concerns I have had. I was also nominated by the team and families for Care Home Practitioner of the year.

Recently I wanted to try something different and took a role elsewhere. However, the grass is not always greener, and I have returned after 3 months away. Leaving Akari Care was the biggest mistake I ever made but thankfully they welcomed me back with open arms."

"I have worked for Akari Care for over 2 years and can say they are the best company I have ever worked for.

I joined as a Deputy Manager and was appointed as a Home Manager earlier this year. I am proud to now be Akari Care's youngest registered manager.

Akari Care are committed to offering career progression and I have had a lot of time invested in me personally. Akari Care have supported me and provided opportunities to develop my skills and experience which has enabled me to progress from Deputy Manager to Home Manager.

Akari Care really do value their staff and residents, and take new ideas and opinions on board."

"My name is Chris and I joined Akari Care as an Administrator in March 2016. I had no experience of care homes or the care sector and I was overjoyed to be offered the role. From day one, I was able to learn new skills and gain many different experiences within a care home. I was given the chance to contribute in a role that, whilst challenging, became more rewarding each day. I met colleagues, residents, family members and visitors from all walks of life.

I was given regular training as well as the opportunity to complete my Level 2 Business and Administration qualification. It really was the first job I had where I felt I was bettering myself with the added bonus of contributing to the wellbeing of our residents. Earlier this year, I moved to an administrative role within Akari Care's central recruitment team, and have subsequently been appointed as an Internal Recruiter for our care homes. In the space of five years with Akari Care, I have progressed twice and now find myself reaping the rewards of my hard work whilst continuing to make a difference to our residents.

I would encourage anyone looking for a rewarding job with career opportunities to consider a job in the care industry, especially with Akari Care."