Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 13 March 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join their team at Firtree House, a 42-bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk, providing a supportive and nurturing environment for both residents and staff.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting residents in their everyday lives, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. This role involves assisting with personal care, medication administration, and engaging residents in social activities. You will work closely with the nursing team to provide a holistic approach to care, focusing on the individual needs of each resident. The successful candidate will have a compassionate and empathetic nature, a growth mindset, and a genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider with a focus on delivering high-quality care and creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. The company offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453823280

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Tunbridge Wells

TN1 2JZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Firtree House, 30 St James Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 2JZ
  • 42 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

  • Care Assistant 
  • 36 hours per week days/nights / working alternate weekend 
  • £12.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Wagestream
  • 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

  • Firtree House, 30 St James Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 2JZ
  • 42 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

  • Care Assistant 
  • 36 hours per week days/nights / working alternate weekend 
  • £12.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Wagestream
  • 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, as the company provides comprehensive training and support for their Care Assistants. However, previous experience in a care setting or a genuine interest in the healthcare industry would be highly advantageous.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, as the company provides comprehensive training and support for their Care Assistants. However, previous experience in a care setting or a genuine interest in the healthcare industry would be highly advantageous.

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

Tunbridge Wells

TN1 2JZ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Tunbridge Wells

TN1 2JZ


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

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453823280

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Tunbridge Wells

TN1 2JZ


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