Lifestyle Activities Assistant — Create Joyful Moments Daily

Crystal Care Homes (2) Limited; Bourne (MA); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Full induction training programme

Fully funded Blue Light Card

Fully funded Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Uniform tunic provided

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Ongoing training and development opprt

A rewarding role where every day...

Descripción de la vacante

Crystal Care Collection is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to help deliver engaging activities that enrich residents' lives and create meaningful daily moments. You will learn residents' stories, interests and aspirations to design personalised activities, support outings, crafts and social events, and work with the Lifestyle Manager to maintain a vibrant, resident-led programme.

You will build relationships with residents, coordinating with local schools and community groups, and

Formación

• Friendly, positive and creative mindset
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Interest in improving the lives of older people

Responsabilidades

• Support the planning and delivery of meaningful group and one-to-one activities tailored to residents' interests, abilities and life experiences.
• Build relationships with residents by learning about their hobbies, preferences and personal histories.
• Develop and maintain links with local schools, charities, churches and community organisations to enhance the activity programme.
• Help organise visits from entertainers, performers and external providers.
• Support larger events and resource-intensive activities to ensure residents can participate safely and enjoyably.
• Encourage colleagues to engage residents in meaningful interactions throughout the day and promote a whole-home approach to activities.
• Record activities and outcomes accurately on PCS, ensuring care plans and activity programmes remain up to date.
• Champion the My Life Story and Resident of the Day initiatives by maintaining accurate social information and encouraging personalised care.
• Gather photographs and stories for newsletters, noticeboards and social media, ensuring appropriate consent has been obtained.
• Promote a resident-led culture by sharing residents' preferences and life experiences with the wider team.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening activities and special events when required.

Conocimientos

Communication

Organisation

Relationship building

Creativity

Compassion

Patience

Teamwork

Proactivity

Descripción del empleo

Crystal Care Collection is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to help deliver engaging activities that enrich residents' lives and create meaningful daily moments. You will learn residents' stories, interests and aspirations to design personalised activities, support outings, crafts and social events, and work with the Lifestyle Manager to maintain a vibrant, resident-led programme.

You will build relationships with residents, coordinating with local schools and community groups, and