Activity Support Worker

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Belfast is seeking an enthusiastic team-player to support the Vitality Over 55 Project. The role involves assisting seniors in hydrotherapy sessions, enhancing their quality of life through engagement in activities. Applicants must demonstrate a strong focus on customer service and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers up to 25 hours per week, with potential for additional hours depending on need. A rewarding opportunity for those passionate about community support and elderly care.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Experience working with seniors is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activity Leader in delivering project activities.
• Enhance clients’ dignity through positive engagement.
• Coordinate the preparation of rooms and equipment.

Skills

Customer service focus

Written and verbal communication skills

Digital application knowledge

Experience with seniors (over 55)

Experience in providing activities

Team player

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: SPRINGFIELD CHARITABLE ASSOCIATIONWe are looking for an enthusiastic team-player to join us in our bright and vibrant Crescent Vitality centre working with the Vitality Over 55 Project. Your main role will be to help our service users live well and enjoy life through participation in hydrotherapy pool sessions.Our aim is to ensure that clients can improve their physical abilities through access to hydrotherapy to help in their recovery and treatment after injury and in the management and relief from longer term chronic health and wellbeing conditions.So that you have the confidence and skills to deliver high quality activity and engagement to residents, you will receive individual support, guidance and investment in your development.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Activity Leader and Programme Manager in the delivery of project activities and services.
• Ensure clients’ dignity and self-esteem is enhanced through positive engagement and communications.
• Deal with customer queries.
• Coordinate the preparation and setup of rooms and equipment as required to support pool rotations including cleaning the pool and changing areas.
• Assist and support the scheduling and delivery of aquatic therapy programs tailored to individual client needs.
• Responsible for administrative tasks, paper based and digital, associated with client and participant recruitment and engagement.
• Maintaining accurate documentation, hard copy and digital, of client progress and activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• A real focus on customer service.
• Good standard of written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge in the use of digital applications.
• Experience working with a wide range of seniors (over 55).
• Any previous experience of providing activities or leading others.
• Someone with passion and personality.
• Be a great team player.

Further Information

The Employer is: SPRINGFIELD CHARITABLE ASSOCIATIONJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1750185 Job Sector Carers and Support Workers Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 12/12/2025 Closing date 22/01/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.