Aria Care

Senior Care Assistant

The closing date is 02 January 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff at Heffle Court, a 41-bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential care Home in Heathfield, East Sussex. The role involves providing leadership and encouraging development within the team, while delivering high-quality care to the residents.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day needs of the residents, including personal care, medication administration, and assisting with activities. You will also take on a leadership role, providing guidance and support to the care team, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment. The successful candidate will have experience in a senior or supervisory role within a care setting, and a genuine passion for working with the elderly.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment for both residents and staff. The company is committed to investing in its employees, offering a range of benefits and development opportunities to help them grow and thrive in their roles.

Details

Date posted

03 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1418423939

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Heathfield

TN21 8DR


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Heffle Court, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8DR
  • 41 bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 36 hours per week - Night shifts - 8pm-8am 
  • Alternate weekends required 
  • £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

  • Heffle Court, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8DR
  • 41 bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Full Time - 36 hours per week - Night shifts - 8pm-8am 
  • Alternate weekends required 
  • £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

  • Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or in a similar supervisory role within a care setting is required. The successful candidate should also have a good understanding of care regulations and best practices, as well as strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or in a similar supervisory role within a care setting is required. The successful candidate should also have a good understanding of care regulations and best practices, as well as strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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

Heathfield

TN21 8DR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Heathfield

TN21 8DR


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

03 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1418423939

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Heathfield

TN21 8DR


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