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Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home @ Barchester Healthcare

Wouldham, ME1 3TROnsitePart-timePosted 3 days ago

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Job summary Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your planning 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.

Main duties of the job As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment to deliver exceptional care for residents. This role involves devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit various interests and abilities. The role is rewarding as it requires getting to know residents and their families to create tailored activities programmes focused on maximizing everyone's wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. A warm, empathetic, and personable nature is needed for this position, along with organizational skills and a driven mindset to make things happen. Candidates should have a driving license and access to a vehicle due to the location and limited public transport.

About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading UK healthcare provider known for providing exceptional care and support in their facilities. At Barchester, the ethos is about celebrating life through creating stimulating environments for residents. The organization values flexibility, offering various learning and development opportunities for staff to grow personally and professionally. Barchester is committed to quality, ensuring that both staff and residents receive the care and support they require. This dedication is reflected in the activities and programs tailored for residents by staff, encouraging wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Working at Barchester means being part of a community focused on improvement and care quality.

Job description Job responsibilities

Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

If you'd like to use your planning 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

Valid driving license and access to a vehicle preferred.

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

Wouldham

ME1 3TR

United Kingdom

Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Skills

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