Activities Assistant

Hamberley Care Homes; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hamberley Care Homes as an Activities Assistant at Abbots Wood Manor in Hailsham. You will support our residents' wellbeing through engaging activities and be a vital part of our team aimed at providing them with an exceptional living experience. We're looking for passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating

Professional development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a residential care setting or similar.
• Passionate about enhancing the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with wellbeing activities and events.
• Engaging with residents to know their interests.
• Documentation of care planning and activities.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Leadership

Empathy

Job description

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At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're seeking an Activities Assistant (we call them Wellbeing Assistant) to help us achieve our goals.

Joining us at Abbots Wood Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents.

Our Wellbeing Coaches ensure our residents get the most out of life through vibrant social, wellbeing, and lifestyle activities. Outgoing, energetic and passionate about making a difference, your attitude, ideas, and can-do personality will shape how our residents spend their days.

We offer our colleagues:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
• Free onsite parking available
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply*
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services

What you'll be doing

• As the wellbeing assistant, you'll be supporting residents, families, and colleagues, and you'll be known as the one who makes things happen.
• Supporting enrichment and wellbeing activities on a weekly and monthly schedule, and getting to know our residents to find out what makes them happy as individuals.
• Learning about residents' hobbies and interests, working with colleagues and families to ensure residents can continue doing what they love.
• Supporting daily activities and running events/activities in the home.
• Supporting colleagues with their wellbeing and inspiring the home to foster a positive and creative living environment.

Could you be part of our team?

About you:

• Excellent communication skills, passion, empathy, and a desire to make people's lives more enjoyable, rewarding, and fun
• Excellent organisational skills, leadership experience, and the ability to motivate yourself
• A good interest in the local area and keen knowledge of community groups, as our residents enjoy days out and attending and organising events
• Previous experience of working or caring for people within a residential care setting or similar transferable skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills, as you'll be responsible for care planning and activity engagement documentation

Join us at Hailsham's most stunning care home

Abbots Wood Manor is a luxurious care home in Hailsham, East Sussex, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house where we screen classic films to the on-site luxury spa offering hairdressing, manicures, and relaxing therapies, everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel.

We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!