Senior Care Assistant

Aria Care

The closing date is 01 July 2025

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join their team at Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham, Wiltshire. The home is a 52-bed Residential & Dementia Care facility with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.7 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting both residents and staff in their everyday lives, while also taking on a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within the team.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at Ferfoot Care Home, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate care to the residents. This will involve assisting with personal care, medication administration, and supporting the daily activities of the home. You will also take on a leadership role, encouraging and supporting the development of the care team. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset, with a strong commitment to delivering excellent care.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care services in the UK. With a focus on person-centered care and a commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, Aria Healthcare is dedicated to supporting its residents and staff to the highest standards.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.90 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1295829979

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
  • Alternate weekends
  • £15.90 per hour plus paid breaks

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Aria Care is the role for you.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
  • Alternate weekends
  • £15.90 per hour plus paid breaks

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Aria Care is the role for you.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Candidates should have previous experience as a Care Assistant or Senior Care Assistant, along with a relevant care qualification such as an NVQ or RQF in Health and Social Care. Strong communication skills, a compassionate nature, and a commitment to continuing professional development are also essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Candidates should have previous experience as a Care Assistant or Senior Care Assistant, along with a relevant care qualification such as an NVQ or RQF in Health and Social Care. Strong communication skills, a compassionate nature, and a commitment to continuing professional development are also essential.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.90 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1295829979

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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