Activities Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Lanark; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents at Crosslaw House Care Home. This full-time role involves planning and delivering engaging activities that promote wellbeing and independence among older adults. The ideal candidate will have a friendly personality, excellent communication skills, and a passion for bringing joy to the lives of others. This position offers £12.21 per hour with supportive management and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Paid PVG

Free uniform and onsite parking

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or delivering activities, events, or recreational programs.
• Passion for enriching lives and promoting independence.
• Strong relationship-building skills with older people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activity programs for residents.
• Encourage social interaction through group and individual activities.
• Maintain accurate records of participation in activities.

Skills

Creative personality

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in planning activities

Job description

Activities Assistant

Activities - Crosslaw House Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 35

Located in the historic town of Lanark, Crosslaw House is a warm and welcoming care home providing high-quality Nursing and Dementia Care for up to 45 residents. We are proud to offer a home where residents are supported, empowered, and encouraged to live full and joyful lives.

We are now looking for a vibrant, creative, and organised Activities Coordinator to bring energy and fun to the lives of our residents through meaningful daily engagement.

What We Offer

• £12.21 per hour
• Contracted to 35 hours per week
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Pension scheme, paid PVG
• Free uniform and onsite parking
• Supportive management and real opportunities for progression

What You Will Do
As Activities Coordinator, you will play a central role in promoting wellbeing, independence, and happiness for our residents. You will lead the planning and delivery of engaging activity programmes that reflect the preferences and needs of those living with us. You will organise and run group and individual activities, encourage social interaction, and create opportunities for residents to maintain their interests or try something new. From music, arts, and themed events to community partnerships and sensory sessions, your creativity will shape our home’s atmosphere every day. You will also maintain accurate records of participation and ensure all activities meet our residents’ diverse care needs.

What We’re Looking For

• A friendly, confident, and creative personality who enjoys building strong relationships with older people
• Proven experience in planning or delivering activities, events or recreational programmes
• A genuine passion for enriching lives and promoting independence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

  About Us
  Crosslaw House is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market leading care provider with over 100 care homes across the United Kingdom. We are dedicated to creating supportive environments where residents receive the very best care, and staff are encouraged to grow and succeed.

  Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define who we are and underpin everything we do.