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Senior Care Assistant

The closing date is 16 January 2026

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Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and nursing care homes in the UK. Frethey House, the care home located in Taunton, Somerset, is a 41-bed facility that has been rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and has a 9.5 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The Senior Care Assistant role at Frethey House involves providing compassionate and high-quality care to the residents, as well as supporting and leading the care team.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting both residents and staff in their everyday lives. This involves taking a leadership role, encouraging development and growth within your team, and ensuring the delivery of excellent care. The role requires empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, as you will be working in a diverse and inclusive environment.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and nursing care homes in the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

17 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.30 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1426950132

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

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Day shifts 8-8
  • £13.30 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

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

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Day shifts 8-8
  • £13.30 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 ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, a compassionate and empathetic nature, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to the residents. They should also be able to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, a compassionate and empathetic nature, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to the residents. They should also be able to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate strong leadership skills.

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

£13.30 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1426950132

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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