Activities Assistant

Tunbridge Wells Care Centre; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home in Royal Tunbridge Wells seeks a warm and creative Activities Assistant to enhance resident life through a varied activities programme. Responsibilities include delivering engaging sessions, building relationships with residents, and promoting independence. Ideal candidates will have a friendly approach and great communication skills. Part-time role at £12.53 per hour, with contracted hours of 16. Join us in making every day brighter!

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a creative and engaging activities programme.
• Build positive relationships with residents.
• Encourage participation and promote independence.
• Take photos of events for social media.

Skills

Friendly, positive and supportive approach

Creativity in delivering engaging sessions

Great communication skills

Organisational skills

Basic IT knowledge

Passion for enriching lives

Job description

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

Qualities & Skills:

• 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

Tunbridge Wells Care Centre is a bright, modern home in a residential area of Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering person-centred nursing, dementia and palliative care for up to 70 residents. The home features spacious ensuite rooms, wheelchair-accessible facilities, welcoming communal areas, a dedicated hair salon and large landscaped gardens, all supported by a compassionate team committed to kindness, dignity and comfort.

Make every day brighter - become an Activities Assistant at Tunbridge Wells Care Centre! At Tunbridge Wells Care Centre, 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.

Contract: Part Time
Salary: £12.53 Per Hour
Shift Type: Dayshift
Contracted hours: 16