Care Assistant

Integrated Care System; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their supportive team at Frethey House, a high-quality residential and nursing home in Taunton. The role involves assisting residents with daily activities while offering opportunities for professional growth in a nurturing environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting is beneficial.
• Genuine interest in supporting the elderly and vulnerable.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and personalized care to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities, medication, and social engagement.

Job description

Aria Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents in their everyday lives at Frethey House, a 41-bed Residential & Nursing Home in Taunton, Somerset. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and a Carehome.co.uk review score of 9.6, indicating a high-quality care environment. The role offers 24 hours per week on a night shift pattern, with a competitive salary of £12.80 per hour.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and personalized care to the residents of Frethey House. This includes assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care, medication administration, and social engagement. You will be part of a supportive and nurturing team, where you can grow both professionally and personally. Aria Healthcare values diversity and inclusion, and encourages applicants with a growth mindset and a passion for making a difference in people's lives.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable provider of residential and nursing care services in the South West of England. The company is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a positive work environment for its employees. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
• 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
• CQC Rating - Good

About the role

• Care Assistant

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 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

• No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting and a genuine interest in supporting the elderly and vulnerable would be highly beneficial.

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.