Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 17 April 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents at Abbeycrest Nursing Home in Sonning Common, Reading. The home is a 70-bedded Residential, Dementia & Nursing Home with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing environment, with a range of benefits including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday discounts, and more.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Abbeycrest Nursing Home, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and high-quality care to the residents. This will involve assisting with their everyday activities, such as personal care, medication administration, and social engagement. You will be part of a dedicated team working in a rotation of day and night shifts, including alternate weekends. The role offers opportunities for professional and personal growth, with a focus on making a positive difference in the lives of the residents.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable provider of nursing and residential care homes, dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to their residents. They pride themselves on being a diverse and inclusive employer, where employees are encouraged to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care is committed to creating a nurturing environment that allows their staff to grow both professionally and personally.

Details

Date posted

18 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.20 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1463268516

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 previous experience in a care setting would be an advantage. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, respectful, and have a growth mindset, with a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of the residents.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but previous experience in a care setting would be an advantage. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, respectful, and have a growth mindset, with a strong desire to make a positive difference in the lives of the residents.

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

18 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.20 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1463268516

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sonning Common

RG4 9RG


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