About this role
Job summary 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. 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 wi
Main duties of the job As an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for delivering imaginative, fun, and varied activities to ensure residents can enjoy a motivational environment. The role involves helping to deliver an entertainment and activities programme that includes a wide range of pastimes, social activities, outings, and events. You will help residents live as independently as possible and engage with their family, friends, and the local community. No specific experience is required, making this an opportunity open to individuals from any background. A sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to encourage and motivate others are crucial for success. You will have opportunities to develop your skills with a range of courses designed to build your confidence. The role offers a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive rewards package, including free training and development, retail discounts and savings, and a workplace pension scheme.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider offering a supportive environment for its employees. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality care that ensures the safety, happiness, and fulfillment of their residents. By fostering a welcoming and engaging environment, Barchester allows its employees to make a real difference in the lives of residents. Employees are encouraged to leverage their creativity and people skills to contribute to a motivating atmosphere. Barchesters commitment to quality care is mirrored in the comprehensive benefits and rewards packages they offer to employees, which includes opportunities for professional development and a supportive work culture. Whether its through imaginative activities or sector-leading benefits, Barchester ensures an enriching experience for both staff and residents, helping individuals to live their lives to the fullest within a caring community.
Job description Job responsibilities
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'
Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3%
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
No specific experience 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
Stamford Bridge
YO41 1AJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)