Engagement & Activities Assistant (Care Home)

Barchester Healthcare; Stamford Bridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month

Long Service Awards

Pension scheme

Job summary

Barchester care home is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities that motivate and fulfil residents. You’ll help residents pursue interests and engage with family, friends and the local community.

No specific experience is required; bring creativity, empathy and a passion for people. You’ll have opportunities to develop skills through courses and grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; candidates from any background welcome.
• Enthusiastic, empathetic and able to encourage others.
• Willingness to develop skills through courses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents.
• Support social events, outings and community engagement.
• Help residents stay as independent as possible and involve family and community.

Skills

Creativity

Empathy

Motivation

People skills

Job description

Barchester care home is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities that motivate and fulfil residents. You’ll help residents pursue interests and engage with family, friends and the local community.

No specific experience is required; bring creativity, empathy and a passion for people. You’ll have opportunities to develop skills through courses and grow in a supportive environment.