Activities Assistant

Care South; Holdenhurst; On-site; GBP 11,520 - 14,080; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus scheme

Free DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Local staff reward programme

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Care South is looking for an Activities Assistant at Castle Dene in Bournemouth. In this engaging role, you will support the planning and delivery of social activities for residents, helping them maintain independence and enjoy daily life.

The ideal candidate is warm and outgoing, with strong communication skills and a focus on creating meaningful experiences. This position offers flexible working hours and regular training opportunities, ensuring you make a difference every day.

Qualifications

• Warm, energetic, and outgoing individual.
• Ability to connect with individuals of all ages.
• Strong organisational skills to coordinate activities.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of social and therapeutic activities.
• Plan and run a calendar of wellbeing events.
• Observe and respond to residents’ changing needs.
• Assist during mealtimes for a sociable dining experience.
• Encourage residents to maintain independence.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Engaging with people

Job description

About the Role

Join our caring and dedicated community at Castle Dene! We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Assistant to join the team at Castle Dene, our residential care home, located in Bournemouth. In this role you will be responsible for helping to plan and deliver an ongoing programme of social activities for the home’s residents.

Role: Activities Assistant

Location: Castle Dene, Throop Road, Bournemouth, BH8 0DB

Pay: £12.85 per hour

Hours: 20 hours per week, including alternate weekend working

Shift Pattern: Flexible, agreed with the Home Manager at interview in line with business needs.

About You

You’re a warm, energetic, and outgoing individual who enjoys engaging with people and creating meaningful experiences. You have excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

With strong time management and organisational abilities, you’re able to plan and coordinate multiple activities while adapting to changing needs.

You thrive in a team environment, bringing positivity and collaboration to everything you do.

If you're passionate about making a difference in people's daily lives through fun, inclusive, and enriching activities—this role is perfect for you.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of a varied and engaging programme of social and therapeutic activities tailored to our residents’ interests and needs, including those living with dementia.
• Helping to plan and run a calendar of events that promotes wellbeing, connection, and enjoyment.
• Observing and responding to residents’ changing needs, raising any concerns with the care team as appropriate.
• Assisting during mealtimes to create a calm, sociable, and enjoyable dining experience.
• Encouraging and supporting residents to maintain independence and participate actively in daily life.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Ongoing training and development.
• Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
• Delivering person‑centred care that truly makes a difference.
• Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
• Building genuine friendships with residents.
• Creating a positive, team‑focused atmosphere within the home.

Rewards and Benefits

• Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
• Paid induction and training.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme
• On‑site learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

What You Need to Know

• You must be 18 years or older.
• We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're a kind, caring person, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special!