Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 30 December 2025

Job summary

The Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is a 52-bed residential and dementia care facility that has received a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Healthcare is seeking a compassionate care assistant to support the residents in their daily lives. This is a permanent position that requires 48 hours per week, including night shifts on alternate weekends.

Main duties of the job

As a care assistant at the Ferfoot Care Home, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to the residents. This may include assisting with personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, and other daily living activities. You will work closely with the nursing and care teams to ensure the residents' needs are met in a safe and nurturing environment. Aria Healthcare values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, and they offer various benefits and recognition programs to support their employees' professional and personal development.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care services in the UK. With a focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment, Aria Healthcare is committed to delivering high-quality care that improves the lives of its residents. The company values its employees and provides a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Details

Date posted

01 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1416199358

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 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • 48 Hours Required 
  • Nights (Alternate weekends)
  • £13.60 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 care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Aria care will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

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 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • 48 Hours Required 
  • Nights (Alternate weekends)
  • £13.60 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 care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Aria care will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

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

  • No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting and a passion for working with the elderly would be beneficial.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting and a passion for working with the elderly would be beneficial.

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)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

01 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1416199358

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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