Aria Care

Senior Care Assistant

The closing date is 26 December 2025

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff at their 41-bed residential care home in Walstead, Haywards Heath. This is a permanent, full-time role working 48 hours per week, including nights and alternate weekends. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support, while also leading and developing the care team.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day care of residents, including personal care, medication administration, and supporting with daily activities. You will also take on a leadership role, providing guidance and support to the care team, and contributing to the overall delivery of exceptional care. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset, with a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of older adults.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider with a strong focus on delivering person-centered care. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees are encouraged to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Healthcare's Walstead Place care home has received a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission and a 9.6 rating on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high-quality care and support provided to residents.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1414234986

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 48 hours - Nights - alternate weekends 
  • £13.10 per hour 

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

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 48 hours - Nights - alternate weekends 
  • £13.10 per hour 

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

  • The successful candidate will be a qualified Senior Care Assistant or have relevant experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of the care needs of older adults. They will also possess excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate will be a qualified Senior Care Assistant or have relevant experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of the care needs of older adults. They will also possess excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

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

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1414234986

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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