Activity Care Assistant

Quantum Care; Hertford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with enhanced pay

First-class training

Free DBS check and uniform

Company pension

Retail discounts

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking an Activity Care Assistant to join Beane River View, Hertford. You will provide compassionate person-centred care and support residents with respect to maintain independence.

We offer training from day one, opportunities to progress, a competitive salary with enhanced weekend/Bank Holiday pay, and a supportive workplace. Applicants must be 18+ and able to work shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Empathetic individual with a positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Able to care for older people with compassion and respect.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver engaging activities and social events for residents.
• Utilise resources and computer to plan and inform families on resident activities.
• Work with care team to tailor activities to residents' needs.
• Encourage residents to pursue hobbies and personal goals.
• Create a stimulating, safe and welcoming environment in the home.
• Support special events, celebrations and seasonal activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Computer skills

Job description

Activity Care Assistant

Contract: Full Time- Perm

Hour: 37 hours per week

Pay: £12.96 per hour weekdays & £13.96 per hour weekends

Shift Times: 7.30am to 2.30pm/2.30pm to 9.30pm – Weekdays and alternative Weekends

Location: 1 Beane River View, Port Vale, Hertford, SG14 3UD

Quantum Care is a no‑for‑profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do andMake Every Day Matter.

We are seeking an Activity Care Assistant to join our welcoming Care Home Beane River View nestled in the beautiful market town of Hertford. Beane River View is a quiet 40 bed residential care home surrounded by its beautiful tranquil gardens, offering a warm, welcoming environment where dedicated professionals can make a genuine difference every day.

As an Activity Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate person-cantered care and support residents with respect and dignity to maintain independence.

What You’ll Bring

• It is not necessary to have previous experience of working in a similar care environment because, as long as you are an empathetic individual who has a positive attitude and good communication skills, our first-class training will do the rest.
• You will be able to undertake all aspects of caring for older people with compassion and respect in order to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of our residents.
• Our staff have access to first class induction training and ongoing learning and development opportunities including the opportunity to work towards industry recognised qualifications.
• Our Homes operate on a 24/7, 365-day basis therefore you will need to be able to work shifts (including weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays).
• You must be aged 18 years or over to apply for this job.
• Have good computer skills

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver a variety of engaging activates and social events for residents
• Utilise the resources and computer to plan and inform families on resident activities

• Work closely with the care team to ensure activities are tailored to residents' physical, emotional and cognitive needs.
• Encourage residents to pursue their hobbies, interests and personal goals.
• Help create a stimulating, safe and welcoming environment for all residents.
• Support special events, celebrations, themed days and seasonal activities within the home.
• Ensure all activities comply with health, safety and safeguarding policies.
• Promote dignity, respect, choice and person-centred care at all times.

Why Join Quantum Care?

We value our teams and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. In return for your dedication, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary with enhanced pay on weekends and Bank Holidays
• Clear career development pathways and recognition of milestones
• First‑class in‑house training from day one
• Free Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service)
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers
• A supportive, values‑driven workplace where your contribution truly matters

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established organisation offering rewarding work, a strong sense of purpose and real opportunities for progression. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

An Overseas Police Check/ Certificate of Good Conduct may be required if you have lived or worked outside the UK for 12 Months or more, spent a significant period overseas, or worked abroad in a position of trust. This will be in addition to a mandatory Enhanced DBS check.

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