Wellbeing & Activities Coordinator (Part Time)

Job summary

We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for two Activities Assistants to become part of our team at Hampton Care Home.

Working Pattern:

We have two part time vacancies available:

• 30 hours per week, typically working 4 days per week.
• 16 hours per week, typically working 2 days per week.

Shifts will be organised on a flexible basis across the week from Monday to Sunday so you will be required to work some weekends and the days that you are asked to work each week may vary.

Activities Assistant - Key Duties:

• Assist with planning weekly activities in line with the requests and choices of the residents
• Enhance the wellbeing of residents through stimulating social and physical activities
• Ensure the emotional, social, physical and intellectual needs of the residents are listened to and met
• Assess needs and plan individual activities for residents who are unable to participate in group activities
• Motivate the care team, promote the importance of activities and contribute to the caring culture of the Home

Activities Assistant - Requirements:

• Excellent communicator
• Show an empathetic, warm and cheerful personality
• Ability to put creative ideas into practice
• Experience of working with senior people would be preferred but not essential
• Experience in activities for older people will be an advantage
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Have the flexibility and willingness to work shifts, including weekends

In return, we will offer you:

• Competitive Salary
• Full Induction Training
• Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
• Progression Opportunities
• Comfortable Staff Rooms
• Guaranteed Hours

Our philosophy at Hampton Care Home is to create a secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for the residents to live in and for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly.

We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.