Creative Activities Assistant

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Workplace Pension

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities for residents in a care home. You will help residents pursue interests, engage with family and community, and support an enjoyable, independent lifestyle.

No specific experience is needed; a sense of fun, creativity and the ability to engage others are key. There are opportunities for personal development through courses, plus ongoing training and rewards for dedicated staff.

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; you just need a sense of fun, creativity and ability to engage others.
• Interest in people you support and helping them stay connected to community.
• Opportunities for personal development through numerous courses and training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities for residents.
• Help run an entertainment and activities programme including outings and events.
• Support residents to live independently and engage with family and local community.

Skills

Creativity

People skills

Empathy

Fun-loving

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities for residents in a care home. You will help residents pursue interests, engage with family and community, and support an enjoyable, independent lifestyle.

No specific experience is needed; a sense of fun, creativity and the ability to engage others are key. There are opportunities for personal development through courses, plus ongoing training and rewards for dedicated staff.