Aria Care

Care Assistant

The closing date is 16 June 2026

Job summary

Frethey House is a 41-bed residential and nursing home in Taunton, Somerset, rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and with a high rating of 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk. The role of a Care Assistant involves supporting residents in their everyday lives, and Aria Care offers a supportive and nurturing environment for personal and professional growth. The company values diversity and inclusion, and is looking for compassionate individuals with a growth mindset.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Frethey House, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and high-quality care to the residents. Your duties will include assisting with activities of daily living, such as personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation. You will also be responsible for monitoring the residents' well-being and reporting any changes to the appropriate staff. The role requires working alternate weekends and night shifts, with a salary of £12.80 per hour.

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 offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1489875038

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 - 48 hours per week
  • Night shift
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.80 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 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

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Care Assistant
  • Full-Time; 36 - 48 hours per week
  • Night shift
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.80 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 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 for this role, but experience in a care setting or a demonstrable commitment to making a difference in people's lives would be advantageous.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required for this role, but experience in a care setting or a demonstrable commitment to making a difference in people's lives 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

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1489875038

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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