Activity Assistant (Evenings /Weekends)

Gold Care Homes; Wantage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care home in Wantage is looking for a compassionate individual to provide personal care and support to residents. The role involves fostering relationships, maintaining communication with staff, and encouraging community participation. A starting wage of £13.00 per hour is offered, alongside various perks including a salary advance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary starting from £13.00 per hour

ESAS – Salary Advance

Employee Assistance Programme

Perkbox

Employee of the Month

Long term service awards

Blue Light Card

Professional Development

Refer a Friend

Qualifications

• Flexible to work weekends or evenings.
• Experience in care environments preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with residents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level personal and psychological care.
• Maintain records as required.
• Encourage resident participation in activities.
• Work both individually and as part of a team.

Skills

Friendship building

High level of personal care

Good communication

Confidentiality maintenance

Job description

About Our Home:

Tucked away near the bustling area of Wantage, St Katharine’s House is more than just a care home—it’s a sanctuary of warmth, care, and vibrant life. Imagine a place where picturesque gardens stretch across five acres, a historic chapel stands tall, and the hum of friendly chatter fills the cafe. Here, every resident receives individual care and support to meet their unique needs, Dive into a world where modern amenities meet timeless charm, and every day is a new adventure.

We are seeking a candidate flexible to work weekends (up to 4hrs) or evenings (up to 2hrs).

What does the role involve?

• To build friendships with our residents that help them adjust to life in a care home.
• Deliver a high level of personal and psychological care to all residents in a professional manner.
• Maintain good communication levels with Manager, Senior Care Assistants, Chef and relatives to ensure smooth operation of role and high levels of co-operation.
• Complete records where required to a satisfactory standard. Agree the type and quantity of record keeping with the manager on a monthly basis.
• Maintain client, staff, and business confidentiality at all times.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes being aware of the residents' hobbies and interests and assisting them to pursue these by creating resident profiles.
• Work individually and within the team to provide the necessary back up for all staff, to a standard commensurate with aims and objectives of the Home and in consideration of its residents.

What we can offer you:

• Starting from £13.00 per hour
• ESAS – Salary Advance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perkbox
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
• Refer a Friend