Activities Assistant

Aspen Court Care Home; Taunton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Onsite Parking

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Aspen Court Care Home in Taunton is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to support residents in leading engaging lives. You will work with the Activity Coordinator and care team to plan a range of meaningful activities tailored to residents’ interests.

The role offers £12.21 per hour, full-time contracts of 37.5 hours weekly, with alternate weekends. Benefits include a pension, onsite parking, paid DBS, uniform, and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and creative individual who loves enriching residents' lives.
• Able to work as part of a team and also independently.
• Organised and creative with good communication skills.
• Willingness to attend training as required.
• Full driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities for residents.
• Encourage participation to promote social interaction and well-being.
• Work with care team to provide meaningful occupation and leisure activities.
• Maintain records of activities in care plans.
• Support outings and events with risk assessments where needed.
• Help residents stay connected with family via visits, WhatsApp or Zoom.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Independence

Creative

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Activities Assistant

Activities - Aspen Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £12.21 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 37.5 hours

Aspen Court Nursing & Dementia Nursing Home is a modern, purpose-built home in the peaceful northern outskirts of Taunton, offering high-quality Dementia and Nursing care for up to 42 residents.

Are you a compassionate and creative individual who loves making a difference in people’s lives? We are looking for an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to join our care home team and support residents in leading fulfilling and engaging lives.

What we offer:

• £12.21 per hour
• Contracted to 37.5 hours per week - alternate weekends
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

About the Role:

As an Activities Assistant, you will work closely with the Activity Coordinator and care team to create a stimulating and enjoyable environment for our residents. Your role will be to support residents in engaging in meaningful activities that promote emotional, social, physical, and intellectual well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and delivering a range of engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
• Encourage participation in activities to promote social interaction and mental stimulation.
• Work alongside the care team to ensure every resident has access to appropriate occupation and leisure activities.
• Maintain records of activities, ensuring all participation is documented in care plans.
• Assist with outings and events, ensuring risk assessments are completed.
• Support residents in maintaining connections with family and friends through visits, WhatsApp, and Zoom calls.
• Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

What We’re Looking For:

• A caring, friendly, and patient individual with a passion for enriching the lives of others.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Organised and creative, with good communication skills.
• Willingness to attend training as required.
• Commitment to promoting residents’ dignity, independence, and well-being.
• A full driving licence.

About us:
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.