Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare; Torquay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Bank Activities Coordinator to foster a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for residents in their care homes. This role is not just about organizing activities; it's about connecting with residents and their families, understanding their unique interests, and crafting personalized programs that enhance their wellbeing and social engagement. With a focus on flexibility and personal growth, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive environment that encourages creativity and enthusiasm. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Free Learning Opportunities

Career Development Training

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic, and personable nature is essential.
• Organisational skills and a driven mindset are important.

Responsibilities

• Create imaginative and motivational activities for residents.
• Get to know residents and tailor activities to their needs.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Empathy

Creativity

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you’ll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you’ll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone’s wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOU
You’ll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn’t essential – especially because we’ll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGE
As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

IMPORTANT NOTE
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

If you’d like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.