Activities Assistant

Care South; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Online discounts

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus

Free DBS check

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Staff association

Onsite learning and development team

Career progression

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working hours

Employee wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Care South is seeking an Activities Assistant for St Ives House in Ringwood. The role involves delivering a varied programme of social activities for residents, including those living with dementia, and assisting with event planning to promote wellbeing and community.

You will be a warm, energetic communicator who helps residents stay engaged, supported by a friendly team in a home environment. Flexible hours, with weekend work, 32 hours per week.

Qualifications

• You are warm, energetic and outgoing with excellent communication skills.
• Able to plan and coordinate activities and manage time effectively.
• Enjoy engaging with people and building meaningful experiences.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver a varied programme of social and therapeutic activities for residents, including those living with dementia.
• Assist in planning a calendar of events to promote wellbeing, connection and enjoyment.
• Observe residents’ needs and raise concerns with the care team as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Role: Activities Assistant

Join Our Caring and Dedicated Community at St Ives House!

Role: Activities Assistant

Location: St Ives House, Horton Road, Ashley Heath BH24 2EE

Pay: £12.85 per hour

Hours: 32 hours per week, to include alternate weekend working

Shift Pattern: Flexible working hours between 9:00am - 6:00pm

We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Assistant to join the team at St Ives House, our residential care home, located in Ringwood, Dorset.

In this role you will be responsible for helping to plan and deliver an ongoing programme of social activities for the home’s residents.

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.

About The Role

• 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.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.

Our care homes don’t just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents, delivering Food, Fun and Friendship, as well as compassionate person-centred care.

Our fantastic facilities, exciting social activities and exceptional care teams all help to enhance the health and happiness of our residents.

No two residents are the same and we love to learn about their amazing life stories, hobbies and interests. This allows us to tailor our care and activities to suit their likes and favourite pastimes, as well as to really get to know them and build strong relationships.

Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!

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.

Your 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
• Onsite 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.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.