Activities Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care home located in Maidstone seeks an Activities Assistant to enhance the lives of residents through creative and engaging activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering activities, building relationships, and promoting independence. This position requires excellent communication skills, creativity, and a passion for making life joyful for others. Join a family-run care group where your ideas are valued and purposeful work is encouraged.

Qualifications

• A friendly, positive, and supportive approach is essential.
• Creativity and confidence in delivering a wide range of engaging sessions.
• Great verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Organizational skills and a proactive attitude are required.
• Basic IT knowledge is essential for some tasks.
• Passion for making life joyful and meaningful for others.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver a creative and engaging activities program.
• Support both group events and 1:1 sessions.
• Build positive relationships with residents.
• Encourage participation and promote independence.
• Take photos of events for communication updates.
• Support with social media content.
• Reach out to local performers and volunteers.
• Work flexibly part of the wider team.

Skills

Friendly and positive approach

Creativity in delivering sessions

Great communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic IT knowledge

Passion for making life meaningful

Job description

Activities Assistant

Activities - Barty House Nursing Home

Barty House Nursing Home is set in an impressive Georgian building in Bearsted, Kent, combining historic charm with modern facilities. The home provides high-quality nursing care for up to 59 residents in bright, ensuite rooms, many with garden access and countryside views, all delivered with empathy, compassion and dignity.

Make every day brighter – become an Activities Assistant at Barty House Nursing Home!

At Barty House Nursing Home, we believe life in a care home should be filled with joy, connection, and purpose. That’s why we’re looking for a warm, creative and people-focused Activities Assistant to help us deliver a varied and engaging programme of activities that truly enrich our residents’ lives.

Role: Activities Assistant

Location: Barty House Nursing Home, Roundwell, Bearsted, Maidstone, ME14 4HN

Salary: £12.75 per hour

Hours: Bank Shifts

Working alongside our Head of Activities, you’ll help plan and deliver a full calendar of meaningful activities – from craft sessions and music afternoons to gentle exercise, reminiscence therapy and one-to-one chats over a cuppa. Whether it’s a big, themed event or a small personal moment, you’ll help ensure every day is worth looking forward to.

You’ll also help organise trips out, liaise with local entertainers and visiting animals, and bring fresh ideas to keep things fun, inclusive and person-centred.

What you’ll be doing:

• Helping deliver a creative and engaging activities programme
• Supporting both group events and 1:1 sessions based on individual interests and abilities
• Building positive relationships with residents and getting to know their likes and dislikes
• Encouraging participation and promoting independence wherever possible
• Taking photos of events for families, newsletters and social media updates
• Supporting with social media content and liaising with the marketing team
• Reaching out to local performers, volunteers and organisations to enhance the activity schedule
• Working flexibly as part of the wider team, with availability to work some weekends

What you’ll bring:

• A friendly, positive and supportive approach
• Creativity and confidence in delivering a wide range of engaging sessions
• Great communication skills both verbal and written
• Organisational skills and a proactive attitude
• Basic IT knowledge and the ability to use systems and upload content/photos
• A real passion for making life joyful and meaningful for others

Why join Canford Healthcare:
We’re a family-run care group guided by our values of Care, Family, Honesty and Commitment. You’ll be part of a warm and welcoming team where your ideas are valued, your work is appreciated, and your role has purpose every single day.

Ready to bring creativity, companionship and connection to life?

Apply now and help us make every day a good day as an Activities Assistant.