Creative Activities Lead for Senior Living

Barchester-Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; 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

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to design and deliver a stimulating activities programme for residents in our care home. You’ll bring creativity, warmth and a can-do approach to help residents enjoy diverse pastimes and social events.

You’ll collaborate with the team to run outings, workshops and community activities, encouraging participation while supporting independence wherever possible. No prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; enthusiasm and empathy are valued.
• Ability to be creative and motivate others to engage residents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver imaginative, fun activities and a varied programme for residents.
• Organise social activities, outings and events to engage residents.
• Support residents to participate and live as independently as possible.

Skills

Creativity

People skills

Motivation

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to design and deliver a stimulating activities programme for residents in our care home. You’ll bring creativity, warmth and a can-do approach to help residents enjoy diverse pastimes and social events.

You’ll collaborate with the team to run outings, workshops and community activities, encouraging participation while supporting independence wherever possible. No prior experience is required.