Engaging Activities Assistant (Care Home)

Barchester Healthcare; Polton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development for all

Wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Workplace Pension scheme

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents in a care home. You will help residents engage in social events and outings, fostering independence and enhancing wellbeing through a supportive, friendly approach.

There is a strong emphasis on creativity, encouragement and empathy, with opportunities to develop skills through courses and training as part of our rewards package.

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; willingness to learn and adapt.
• Must enjoy engaging others and have a positive, encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities for residents.
• Help residents participate and live as independently as possible.
• Support the activity programme including social events and outings.

Skills

Creativity

People skills

Motivation

Empathy

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to deliver imaginative and varied activities for residents in a care home. You will help residents engage in social events and outings, fostering independence and enhancing wellbeing through a supportive, friendly approach.

There is a strong emphasis on creativity, encouragement and empathy, with opportunities to develop skills through courses and training as part of our rewards package.