Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 16 January 2026

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Job summary

This is a role for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives at Frethey House, a 41-bed residential and nursing home in Taunton, Somerset. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will work a rotation of day and night shifts, including alternate weekends, and will be offered a range of benefits by Aria Care.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Frethey House, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and high-quality care to the residents, supporting them in their daily activities and ensuring their wellbeing. This includes assisting with personal care, medication administration, and facilitating social and recreational activities. The role requires a caring and empathetic approach, as well as the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential and nursing care homes across the South West of England. The company is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both its residents and employees, and values diversity and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

17 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1426728227

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
  • Working a rotation of day & night shifts
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.80 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

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
  • Working a rotation of day & night shifts
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.80 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 highly 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 highly 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

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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

17 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1426728227

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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