Activities Assistant

NHS; Texas; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home in the UK seeks an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and creativity, with no specific qualifications needed. Benefits include a Blue Light Discount Card and various awards.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting or with activities for older adults is an advantage.
• Passion for working with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activities catering to residents' interests.
• Create a stimulating and enjoyable environment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

The job is for an Activities Assistant at Belmont House Nursing Home, a 60-bedded nursing, dementia, and residential home in Sutton, Surrey. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by residents and their families. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and organizing engaging and stimulating activities for the residents, enriching their daily lives. The role offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Assistant, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a range of activities that cater to the diverse interests and needs of the residents. This may include arts and crafts, music, games, outings, and other recreational pursuits. You will work closely with the residents to understand their preferences and create a stimulating and enjoyable environment. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for improving the lives of older adults.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. The company is committed to creating a warm and inclusive environment for both residents and staff, and values diversity, empathy, and a growth mindset. Aria Healthcare has recently been recognized as the winner of the 2023 National Care Awards for Large Care Home Group.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• 60 Bedded Nursing, Dementia & Residential Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

Proud to be winner of the 2023 National Care Awards Large Care Home Group

About the role

• £12.21 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting or with activities for older adults would be an advantage. The successful candidate should have a passion for working with the elderly, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to tailor activities to individual needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.