NHS

Senior Care Assistant


PayCompetitive
LocationNorwich/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: L0121-25-1101?language=en&page=56&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      The role of a Senior Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare's Ivy Court care home in Norwich involves providing compassionate and skilled support to both residents and staff. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong leadership abilities, a commitment to personal and professional development, and a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for elderly individuals living with complex care needs.

      Main duties of the job

      As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supervising and mentoring a team of care assistants, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care and support. This may include assisting with personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, and engaging residents in meaningful activities. You will also be expected to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses and therapists, to deliver a holistic and person-centered approach to care.

      About us

      Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services for the elderly, with a strong focus on delivering personalized, compassionate, and innovative care. The organization operates several care homes across the UK, including the 71-bed Ivy Court facility in Norwich, which has been rated 9.7 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees are valued for their unique perspectives and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

      Details

      Date posted

      07 July 2025

      Pay scheme

      Other

      Salary

      £13.10 an hour

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      1340955212

      Job locations

      Aria Healthcare

      Norwich

      NR5 8BF


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      About the Home

      • Ivy Court, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 8BF
      • 71 Bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential care Home
      • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

      About the Role

      • Senior Care Assistant
      • Part time 24 hours
      • £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

      • Ivy Court, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 8BF
      • 71 Bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential care Home
      • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

      About the Role

      • Senior Care Assistant
      • Part time 24 hours
      • £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 ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, with a proven track record of providing exceptional care and support to elderly individuals. A relevant care-related qualification, such as an NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care, would be desirable. Additionally, strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills are essential, as is a genuine commitment to promoting the wellbeing and independence of the residents.
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, with a proven track record of providing exceptional care and support to elderly individuals. A relevant care-related qualification, such as an NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care, would be desirable. Additionally, strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills are essential, as is a genuine commitment to promoting the wellbeing and independence 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

      Norwich

      NR5 8BF


      Employer's website

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

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Aria Care

      Address

      Aria Healthcare

      Norwich

      NR5 8BF


      Employer's website

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

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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