Creative Activities Coordinator - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,920 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month rewards

Workplace Pension scheme

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents in our care home. You will help residents pursue interests, encourage social engagement and support independence through a broad programme of pastimes, outings and events.

You don’t need previous care sector experience; a friendly, empathetic approach and a love of people is more important. The role offers training and opportunities to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• No specific experience required, just a passion for helping people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Enthusiastic, empathetic and able to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an engaging activities programme for residents.
• Encourage participation and social interaction across residents.
• Support residents to maintain independence and community involvement.

Skills

Creativity

Empathy

Motivation

People skills

Communication

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents in our care home. You will help residents pursue interests, encourage social engagement and support independence through a broad programme of pastimes, outings and events.

You don’t need previous care sector experience; a friendly, empathetic approach and a love of people is more important. The role offers training and opportunities to develop your skills.