Activities Assistant

The Royal British Legion; Broadstairs; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days’ holiday (pro rata)

Pension contributions

Flexible hours

Free on-site parking

DBS check

Training & development

Job summary

The Royal British Legion is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant for Maurice House Care Home in Broadstairs, Kent. You will create engaging activity programmes, get to know residents, and work with families to tailor experiences that reflect individual needs.

A Level 2 Social Care award is advantageous, with a focus on companionship and enabling residents to stay active. Role is 18 hours per week, with shifts across seven days.

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic and good listener with strong communication skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role or environment is important.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 2 Award in Supporting Provision in Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of activities and events.
• Get to know residents and tailor activities to interests and needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues and relatives to create personalised activities.
• Encourage participation and support during mealtimes and events.
• Provide companionship, accompany residents to appointments and activities.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Good listener

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Award in Supporting Provision in Social Care

Job description

We are looking for a part‑time Activities Assistant to join our dedicated team at Maurice House Care Home in Broadstairs, Kent.

Are you a people person who enjoys bringing energy, creativity and companionship into someone’s day?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. As an Activities Assistant, you’ll help create a warm, engaging and enjoyable environment where residents can take part in activities, social events and experiences that reflect their interests, abilities and individual needs.

Whether you enjoy getting creative, organising activities, spending time with people or simply making someone’s day a little brighter, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll work closely with colleagues and relatives to understand what matters to each resident, helping to create opportunities for them to stay active, connected and involved.

Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.

This is a part‑time, permanent role for 18 hours per week, with shifts over seven days.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of activities, social events and experiences
• Get to know our residents and understand their interests, preferences and individual needs
• Work with colleagues and relatives to help create personalised and stimulating activities
• Encourage residents to take part in activities and social opportunities in a way that works for them
• Support residents during mealtimes, helping to create a relaxed and comfortable dining experience
• Spend one‑to‑one time with residents, providing companionship and support where needed
• Accompany residents to appointments and activities
• Bring your own ideas, creativity and enthusiasm to help make everyday life enjoyable and fulfilling for our residents

You’ll need to be a patient, empathetic and good listener, with the communication skills to build positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds and with different needs. Previous experience in a similar role or environment is important.

If you have, or are willing to work towards, a Level 2 Award in Supporting Provision in Social Care, that would be an advantage.

The Royal British Legion operates six care homes across the UK, dedicated to providing exceptional residential, nursing, and dementia care to veterans and their families.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Employee benefits include:

• 22 days’ paid holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata), with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, subject to eligibility
• Flexible hours to suit your needs
• Free on‑site parking
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives

For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the criteria in the Person Specification.

The Royal British Legion is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.

About Us

Since 1921, the Royal British Legion has been dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, and we will continue to be there for as long as we are needed, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten.

As the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, we are proud to have over 180,000 members, 110,000 volunteers, 1,900 employees, and a wide network of partners and charities working together to provide lifelong support, whatever the need and whenever it is required.

We are committed to supporting our people through flexible and hybrid working where possible, a strong focus on wellbeing, and opportunities to develop skills and grow careers while making a meaningful impact.

Visit our Careers Page to discover more about the Royal British Legion, including our departments, employee benefits, values, candidate guidance, and the strategy that underpins our work and impact.

£34,202 to £35,452 per annum (includes London Supplement)

£14.36 to £14.57 per hour (includes night enhancement)

£14.49 to £15.06 per hour (including market supplement)

£14.36 to £14.57 per hour (including night allowance)