Activities Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents through engaging activities and support. As a Social Activity Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in creating a vibrant lifestyle programme that fosters social interaction and well-being. With a commitment to staff training and career development, this position offers the opportunity to grow within the company. The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and possess excellent communication skills, ensuring that every resident enjoys a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Embrace the chance to make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company-funded health cashback

Early Pay access

Discount platform for retailers

Exclusive Tastecard discounts

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Service recognition awards

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Understanding of social interaction's role in wellbeing.
• Ability to assist in delivering lifestyle sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering a home-based Lifestyle Programme.
• Encourage participation in activities tailored to residents' needs.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Event Coordination

Community Engagement

Education

Relevant Training in Lifestyle/Activities

Job description

Social Activity Coordinator

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

Role Overview:

You will assist in planning, creating, and delivering a welcoming, home-based Lifestyle Programme that encourages participation in a variety of activities. This programme is part of our group-wide initiative, focusing on meeting residents' interests and needs creatively and adaptively, considering varying levels of physical and mental ability.

About You:

We provide full training, so we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Key qualities include being organized, having excellent communication skills, and flexibility to work shifts. We support your career development, with potential progression to roles such as Nurse Associate. Shifts are scheduled on a rota basis across a 7-day period, including weekends.

Knowledge / Experience:

1. An understanding of the role social interaction plays in wellbeing.
2. Ability to assist in delivering group and individual lifestyle sessions.
3. Ability to develop community links and coordinate successful events.
4. Flexibility to cover various responsibilities at short notice.
5. Willingness to implement new ideas and concepts.
6. Potential to develop through relevant training and qualifications in Lifestyle / Activities.

Benefits:

• Company-funded Simply Health cashback for prescriptions, optical, dental, and virtual GP services for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay access to earned wages
• Discount platform for retailers, leisure, and hospitality
• Exclusive Tastecard discounts
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Cycle to Work scheme**
• Service recognition awards
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym memberships

*Benefits available after a 12-week probation period.

**Subject to deductions to ensure wages do not fall below the National Living Wage.

About Us:

We are one of the UK’s largest independent care providers, with over 80 homes nationwide and thousands of staff. We invest in technology, staff training, and career development to maintain high-quality care and a positive work environment.

Our vision is to be the most highly regarded care provider in the UK and an employer of choice for care workers.

Our Values:

We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual we care for, driven by passion, honesty, and openness. We strive to foster happiness, new friendships, and innovative ways of living for our residents.