Compassionate Day Opportunities Support Worker

Rainbow Foundation; Penley, Marchwiel; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Foundation in Penley, Marchwiel and Llay is seeking a Day Opportunities Assistant to support daily operations and provide engaging activities for older adults in a caring environment.

The role is permanent, full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time options, with a DBS check required. Pay is £13.45 per hour; closing date 23 November 2026, and interviews may occur before then to expedite hiring.

Responsibilities

• To assist in delivering a range of fun activities for our clients.
• Offer 1-1 support and care in line with care plans and risk assessments.
• To assist clients as needed, eating, toileting, mobilising, and getting into and out of transport. To assist with personal care needs as per individual care plans.
• To meet the personal care and support needs of clients in a way that respects dignity and promotes independence both in the centre and on outings.
• Complete basic daily records within client files and on our IT system
• To support with the transport of clients to and from the centres using our fleet of Rainbow vehicles.
• Support in making and serving drinks and snacks, serving lunch meals, and clearing up.
• Good understanding of the needs of older people and age-related conditions such as Dementia, frailty, and cognitive impairments.
• Good teamwork skills
• To actively participate in team meetings, supervision and undertake training as directed.
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Support with cleaning at the centre

Job description

Rainbow Foundation in Penley, Marchwiel and Llay is seeking a Day Opportunities Assistant to support daily operations and provide engaging activities for older adults in a caring environment.

The role is permanent, full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time options, with a DBS check required. Pay is £13.45 per hour; closing date 23 November 2026, and interviews may occur before then to expedite hiring.