Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 27 March 2026

Job summary

This is a Care Assistant role at the Abbeycrest Nursing Home in Sonning Common, Reading. The home is a 70-bedded residential, dementia and nursing home with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The role involves supporting residents in their everyday lives, working a rotation of day and night shifts including alternate weekends.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and high-quality care to the residents of the Abbeycrest Nursing Home. This may include assisting with personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, and various other daily living activities. You will work closely with the nursing team to ensure the well-being and comfort of the residents. The role offers a supportive and nurturing environment for you to grow both professionally and personally.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential, dementia and nursing care services in the UK. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and make a difference in the lives of their residents. Aria Care offers a range of benefits and development opportunities to support their staff.

Details

Date posted

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.20 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456887798

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sonning Common

RG4 9RG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Abbeycrest Nursing Home, Sonning Common, Reading, RG4 9RG
  • 70 Bedded Residential, Dementia & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 - 48 hours or Part-Time; 24 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Working a rotation of day & night shifts
  • £13.20 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

  • Abbeycrest Nursing Home, Sonning Common, Reading, RG4 9RG
  • 70 Bedded Residential, Dementia & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 - 48 hours or Part-Time; 24 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Working a rotation of day & night shifts
  • £13.20 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, but experience in a care setting and a caring, compassionate attitude are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting and a caring, compassionate attitude are essential.

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

Sonning Common

RG4 9RG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sonning Common

RG4 9RG


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

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.20 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456887798

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sonning Common

RG4 9RG


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