Community Activities Assistant - Older Adults

JEWISH CARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Care’s Sam Beckman Centre is seeking an Activities Programme Assistant to help deliver a varied programme for older people, creating welcoming and engaging experiences. The role involves hands-on activity delivery, volunteer support and day-to-day operations.

You’ll work with the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator to plan and deliver a programme that reflects the interests and needs of our members.

Qualifications

• A GCSE or equivalent is required.
• A relevant qualification in social care would be an advantage.
• Experience of volunteering or working with volunteers would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of dementia and awareness of the physical and mental health issues affecting older people is important for the role.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of engaging activities, events and programmes for older people.
• Helping prepare and facilitate activities such as social groups, exercise sessions, games, discussions and wellbeing activities.
• Encouraging members to participate and adapting activities where needed to support different abilities and interests.
• Getting to know members and building positive, respectful and trusting relationships.
• Providing a warm, friendly and welcoming experience for members, families, visitors and volunteers.
• Supporting the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator with programme planning and delivery.
• Helping with the set-up and clear-down of activities and ensuring spaces are safe, welcoming and appropriately prepared.
• Supporting volunteers and helping maximise their involvement across activities and events.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Community Services to deliver successful programmes and events.
• Supporting member wellbeing and reporting any concerns appropriately.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing relevant administration and data entry using Jewish Care systems, including Dynamics.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Social care qualification

Job description

Jewish Care’s Sam Beckman Centre is seeking an Activities Programme Assistant to help deliver a varied programme for older people, creating welcoming and engaging experiences. The role involves hands-on activity delivery, volunteer support and day-to-day operations.

You’ll work with the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator to plan and deliver a programme that reflects the interests and needs of our members.