Activities Assistant — Fun, Creative Engagement for Residents

Barchester Healthcare; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Workplace Pension scheme

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant in Shrewsbury to deliver fun and varied activities to our care home residents. This role is impactful as it ensures each resident can live independently while connecting with their family and community.

You don’t need specific experience, but enthusiasm and creativity are key. We provide extensive training and a rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference in residents’ lives.

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; training provided.
• Must have a real interest in helping residents.
• Enthusiastic and empathetic personality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents.
• Support residents to live independently.
• Enhance resident involvement with their family and community.

Skills

Sense of fun

Creativity

Ability to encourage and motivate others

Interest in supporting residents

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant in Shrewsbury to deliver fun and varied activities to our care home residents. This role is impactful as it ensures each resident can live independently while connecting with their family and community.

You don’t need specific experience, but enthusiasm and creativity are key. We provide extensive training and a rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference in residents’ lives.