Aria Care

Senior Care Assistant

The closing date is 01 May 2026

Job summary

The role of a Senior Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare's Walstead Place care home involves providing compassionate and dedicated support to the residents. The care home is highly rated, with a 'Good' CQC rating and a 9.5 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on a leadership role, encouraging the development and growth of the care team.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting both the residents and the care staff in their everyday lives. This includes assisting with personal care, medication administration, and creating a warm and engaging environment for the residents. You will also take on a leadership role, mentoring and guiding the care team to ensure high-quality care is delivered. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset, embracing the diverse and inclusive culture at Aria Healthcare.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider that operates a network of care homes across the region. They are committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting their staff in their professional development. The company values diversity and inclusion, and they strive to create a positive and rewarding work environment for all employees.

Details

Date posted

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1468692903

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 48 hours - Nights - alternate weekends 
  • Part time - 30 hours per week - Day shifts -  alternate weekends 
  • £13.10 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

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 48 hours - Nights - alternate weekends 
  • Part time - 30 hours per week - Day shifts -  alternate weekends 
  • £13.10 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 role of a Senior Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare requires relevant experience in the care sector, as well as a caring and compassionate attitude towards the residents. A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a similar relevant qualification, would be advantageous.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The role of a Senior Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare requires relevant experience in the care sector, as well as a caring and compassionate attitude towards the residents. A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a similar relevant qualification, would be 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

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1468692903

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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