About this role
Job summary Please note- This position requires a driver to drive the mini bus to take residents on trips out. ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities to ensure our residents can enjoy an environment that is motivational and fulfilling. We want to make sure each individual can pursue the interests they most enjoy and that means you'll have a real impact on our residents' lives. The Activities Assistant role involves helping us to deliver an entertainment and activities programme that covers a wide range of pastimes, social activities, outings and events. Put simply, you'll help every resident to live as independently as possible and enhance their involvement with their family, friends and the local community. ABOUT YOU You don't need any specific experience to join us as an Activities Assistant, so you could come from any background. What's important is that you have a sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to encourage and motivate others.
Main duties of the job As an Activities Assistant at Barchester care home, your role involves delivering fun and varied activities to create a motivational environment for residents. You will have a significant impact on their lives by helping them pursue interests they enjoy. Your duties include assisting in delivering a program of entertainment and activities that encompasses a wide range of pastimes, social events, outings, and more. The goal is to help residents live as independently as possible and enhance their interactions with family, friends, and the community. Specific experience is not necessary, but a sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to motivate others is crucial. Enthusiasm and empathy are important as you help residents live life to the fullest. By joining Barchester, you have the opportunity to further develop your skills through various courses that build confidence in all aspects of your role. A competitive rate of pay and a sector-leading benefits package are included in the rewards offered to the right candidate.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and services in the UK. Known for providing exceptional care and housing, Barchester Healthcare prioritizes the health and well-being of their residents by offering a supportive and motivational environment. Their care homes deliver a range of services, including residential care, nursing care, and personalized assistance to meet the specific needs of residents. At Barchester, staff members, such as Activities Assistants, play a crucial role in adding value and enhancing the residents' lives through creative and engaging activities. Barchester is committed to training and development for all roles, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver high-quality care and support. With a focus on excellence, Barchester Healthcare continues to expand their services, while fostering a community-centred approach in every location, ensuring residents receive the best care in a welcoming and safe environment. They aim to make a positive impact on the lives of their residents.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please note- This position requires a driver to drive the mini bus to take residents on trips out.
ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities to ensure our residents can enjoy an environment that is motivational and fulfilling. We want to make sure each individual can pursue the interests they most enjoy and that means you'll have a real impact on our residents' lives. The Activities Assistant role involves helping us to deliver an entertainment and activities programme that covers a wide range of pastimes, social activities, outings and events. Put simply, you'll help every resident to live as independently as possible and enhance their involvement with their family, friends and the local community.
ABOUT YOUYou don't need any specific experience to join us as an Activities Assistant, so you could come from any background. What's important is that you have a sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to encourage and motivate others. You'll also need to have that little extra something a real interest in the people we support. Enthusiastic and empathetic, you're someone who'll really enjoy helping our residents to live their lives to the full. Bring us all of that, and you'll have every opportunity to develop your skills further with a range of courses designed to build your confidence in every aspect of your role.
REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'
And so much more!
If you'd like to use your creativity and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Driver's license required.
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.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Carmarthen
SA31 3HP
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)