Activities Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Ayr; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Social Activities Coordinator, supporting residents' wellbeing through engaging lifestyle programs. You'll plan activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, fostering a vibrant community and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Comprehensive training is provided, with opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and personal growth.

Benefits

Company-funded health cashback plan

Early Pay access

Discount platform

Exclusive Tastecard discounts

Free criminal record checks

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Recognition for service

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Understanding of social interaction importance for wellbeing.
• Ability to assist in delivering lifestyle sessions.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering a home-based Lifestyle Programme.
• Encouraging residents to participate in activities.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Social Activities Coordinator

Join our team to help residents live rewarding, engaging, and fulfilling lifestyles by supporting their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Responsibilities include planning, creating, and delivering a welcoming home-based Lifestyle Programme. This program encourages residents to participate in diverse activities tailored to their interests and abilities, aligning with our group-wide More… Programme. The focus is on meeting residents' needs creatively and adaptively, considering varying levels of physical and mental capacity.

About You:

We provide comprehensive training, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Essential qualities include being organized, having excellent communication skills, and flexibility to work shifts. We offer a clear career pathway, potentially advancing to Nurse Associate roles, with support for your professional development. Shifts are scheduled on a rota basis across 7 days, including weekends.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Understanding of the importance of social interaction for wellbeing.
• Ability to assist in delivering group and individual lifestyle sessions.
• Ability to foster community links and organize successful events.
• Flexibility to cover various responsibilities at short notice.
• Willingness to develop through lifestyle/activities training and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Company-funded Simply Health cashback plan for prescriptions, optical, dental costs, and virtual GP access.
• Early Pay access before payday.
• Discount platform for retailers, leisure, and hospitality providers.
• Exclusive Tastecard discounts.
• Free criminal record checks.
• Pension scheme with Nest.
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to deductions).
• Recognition for service, training support, development opportunities, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted gym membership.

*Benefits available after completing a 12-week probation period.

**Benefit subject to deductions to maintain National Living Wage.

About Us:

We are among the UK’s largest independent care providers, with thousands of staff across over 80 homes nationwide. We invest in technology, staff training, and career development to ensure high-quality care.

Our vision is to be the UK's leading care provider and employer of choice, committed to celebrating individuality, fostering passion, maintaining honesty, and promoting happiness among residents and staff alike.