Activities Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run care group in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver engaging activities for residents. The role focuses on building positive relationships, organizing events, and enhancing residents' lives with creativity and companionship. Candidates should have great communication skills and a proactive attitude. The position is part-time, offering flexible hours and opportunities for creativity.

Benefits

Pension

Onsite Parking

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• A friendly, positive and supportive approach.
• Creativity and confidence in delivering engaging sessions.
• Great communication skills both verbal and written.
• Organizational skills and a proactive attitude.
• Basic IT knowledge and ability to use systems.

Responsibilities

• Helping deliver a creative and engaging activities programme.
• Supporting group events and 1:1 sessions.
• Building positive relationships with residents.
• Encouraging participation and promoting independence.
• Taking photos of events for updates.
• Supporting social media content and liaising with marketing.
• Reaching out to local performers and organisations.
• Working flexibly as part of the wider team.

Skills

Friendly approach

Creativity

Great communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic IT knowledge

Job description

Activities Assistant

Activities - Tunbridge Wells Care Centre

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

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.

Role: Activities Assistant
Location: 142 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2ED
Salary: £12.53ph
Hours: 16 hours, rota‑based across the week including weekends

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.

Contract Details

• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full‑time contract)