Activity Assistant, Bank

Activity Assistant, Bank

Priory Court Care Home, KT17 1TJ

Hours per week: Bank

The Role

As Activity Assistant, you will work as part of a team to facilitate various activities within the home. Your primary focus is to cater to the individual preferences, needs, and capabilities of each resident. By doing so, you provide avenues for residents to engage in new experiences while encouraging their involvement in hobbies and activities they already enjoy. Building strong relationships with both residents and their families is integral to fostering emotional well-being. Additionally, you will assist in creating personalised schedules comprising meaningful activities tailored to each resident's interests and abilities.

Only applications with the right to work in the UK may apply. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

About Us

Priory Court Care Home is part of the Future Care Group – a leading provider of high-quality care homes, dedicated to creating unique settings and delivering outstanding care. Our mission is to enable people to have an independent future supported by individuals who live and breathe our core values.

We are looking for someone who shares our values and our vision. A caring heart and "Can do" attitude who has a creative flair, embraces challenges and finds solutions.

Rewards and Benefits

• Employee Benefit Package – great savings, discounts, and rewards, including discounts at major supermarkets, High Street Stores, Cinemas and many more.
• Mental health support via our Employee Assistance Programme - a free and totally confidential health & wellbeing resource, offering a personalised programme that suits YOU
• Refer a friend bonus
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Free DBS
• Free onsite parking
• Full training and Induction programme for all staff
• Working with Buddy and Mentor experience
• Fully funded apprenticeship programme available with opportunity to develop your career
• Free hot meal on shift

About you

Experience as an Activity Assistant is not a prerequisite; what truly matters is your sincere interest in supporting the individuals in our home. We value candidates who exhibit warmth and friendliness, and who derive fulfilment from enriching the lives of our residents. Essential qualities include creativity, adaptability, and strong organisational abilities, alongside a commitment to delivering social and cultural activities of the highest standard.

Additionally, proficiency in writing and IT, including a good grasp of Outlook and Microsoft Word, is required. While experience in video production and editing is advantageous, it is not mandatory.