Resident Engagement & Activities Facilitator

Crystal Care Collection Limited; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform provided

Free meal on shift

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to help deliver engaging activities and memorable experiences that enrich residents' lives.

Working with the Lifestyle Manager and team, you will create a vibrant programme reflecting resident personalities and preferences, supporting wellbeing, independence and social connection through creative engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, care or customer-facing roles is desirable but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of meaningful activities tailored to residents' interests and life stories.
• Build relationships with residents by learning their hobbies and personal histories.
• Develop links with local schools, charities, churches and community groups to enhance activities.
• Help organise visits from entertainers and external providers.
• Support larger events to ensure safe and enjoyable participation.
• Encourage colleagues to engage residents in meaningful interactions daily.
• Record activities and outcomes on PCS and keep care plans up to date.
• Promote resident-led initiatives and share preferences with the team.
• Gather photographs and stories for newsletters and noticeboards with consent.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening activities and events.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Creative thinker

Flexible

Job description

Crystal Care Collection Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to help deliver engaging activities and memorable experiences that enrich residents' lives.

Working with the Lifestyle Manager and team, you will create a vibrant programme reflecting resident personalities and preferences, supporting wellbeing, independence and social connection through creative engagement.