Lifestyles & Activities Coordinator (Bank)

Oakland Care; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Uniform provided

Recognition and staff appreciation

Job summary

Oakland Care Berkshire Manor in Bracknell is seeking a dedicated Bank Lifestyles/Activities Assistant to join our founding team and deliver a vibrant activity programme for residents. This zero-hours role offers daytime shifts within a purpose-built home providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.

You will lead group and one-to-one activities, arrange outings, and create ideas based on residents’ interests, bringing warmth, creativity and compassion.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people in a person-centred way.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and support people from diverse backgrounds.
• Confidence with practical day-to-day tasks involved in activity delivery.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents to live life to the fullest.
• Encouraging and empowering residents to take part in meaningful activities.
• Assisting residents with their individual lifestyle choices.
• Understanding residents’ personal needs, interests, and preferences.
• Planning, arranging, and facilitating a diverse range of activities.
• Accompanying residents on weekly trips and outings.
• Leading group and one-to-one activities.
• Helping create new activity ideas and activity packs.
• Setting up for events, talks, and social gatherings.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

IT skills

Photography basics

Job description

Oakland Care Berkshire Manor in Bracknell is seeking a dedicated Bank Lifestyles/Activities Assistant to join our founding team and deliver a vibrant activity programme for residents. This zero-hours role offers daytime shifts within a purpose-built home providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.

You will lead group and one-to-one activities, arrange outings, and create ideas based on residents’ interests, bringing warmth, creativity and compassion.