Lifestyle Assistant

Oyster Care Homes; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking a Lifestyle Assistant to enhance the living experience of residents. This role involves engaging with the community, organizing events, and supporting staff in delivering activities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor, thriving in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values both residents' well-being and staff development, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding workplace. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full induction training

Paid breaks

Free on-site parking

Refer a Friend bonus

Free uniform tunic

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Qualifications

• Experience as a care assistant with NVQ Level 2 qualification.
• Ability to engage with residents and support staff activities.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and connect with community organizations for events.
• Supervise and assist with activities in the care home.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Tools

PCS Handsets

Job description

What We Offer

• Full induction training
• Paid breaks
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Enhanced DBS check (paid for)
• Free on-site parking
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Free uniform tunic
• Pay Day Breakfast
• Free meal on shift

Join Our Team as a Lifestyle Assistant!

Are you an experienced care assistant with an NVQ Level 2 qualification? Looking to take the next step in your career? Join our amazing team at Furze Field Manor, Sayers Common.

At Oyster Care Homes, we believe in creating luxury living spaces for our residents and a fantastic working environment for our staff.

Your Responsibilities:

• Welcome and increase community links with organisations to work alongside us.
• Book external suppliers for entertainment and events in the home.
• Collate photos and news items for the company newsletter, notice board and social media outlets.
• Lead and share best practice ideas at the monthly social committee meetings.
• Supervise and assist with the undertaking of activities within the care home when they are resource intensive.
• Support the development of the staff team to carry out activities with residents, with you and in your absence.
• Log and document activities at the end of each session on PCS handsets for the resident/s, including their care plans, ensuring the activity programme is planned and uploaded on PCS.
• Engage in and be an advocate for the daily My Life Story and Resident of the Day schemes.
• Ensure life histories are logged onto PCS under social information on the front sheet and Daily Life in care plans.
• Be flexible in your working hours to accommodate activities outside of normal hours (evenings etc).

Shifts Available

3 on 3 off Pattern 10:00-15:00 totalling an average of 17.5 hours per week £13.50

Are you a friendly, hard-working individual with great communication skills? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship.