Activities Assistant

Care Concern Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents at Crosslaw House in Scotland. The role involves planning and delivering engaging activities, encouraging social interactions, and maintaining accurate participation records. The ideal candidate is friendly, creative, and passionate about enriching lives. Competitive pay of £12.21 per hour for a 35-hour work week, with additional benefits including annual leave and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

£12.21 per hour

35 hours contracted per week

5.6 weeks annual leave

Free uniform

Onsite parking

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning or delivering activities, events or recreational programmes.
• Passion for enriching lives and promoting independence.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a care team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of engaging activity programmes.
• Organise and run group and individual activities.
• Maintain accurate records of participation.

Skills

Friendly personality

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Experience in activities planning

Job description

Location:2 Home Street,Lanark,South Lanarkshire,ML11 9AZ

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)
• 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
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with the wider care team
• Experience in a care home setting is welcomed but not essential

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.

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