Care home and Activities Lead

Job summary

Looking for a role where you can combine your caring nature with creativity? We’re a 36-bed, family-run dementia care home* in North Tyneside, and we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Carer & Activities Lead* to join our team.

This is a daytime, part-time role ideal for someone who wants to make a difference — not just by providing support with daily routines, but by bringing joy and purpose to residents through meaningful afternoon activities.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting residents at lunch and assisting with other daily care tasks
• Planning and leading engaging activities (e.g. crafts, games, music, reminiscence sessions)
• Encouraging social connection and emotional wellbeing
• Working alongside the care team to ensure residents feel valued and supported
• Helping to create a homely, uplifting environment where residents can thrive
• 20-36 hours negotiable 

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in care or delivering activities
• A caring, patient approach and confidence engaging with people living with dementia
• Creative, outgoing, and able to take the lead in group or 1:1 sessions
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check

What We Offer:

• A small, supportive team in a calm, family-run home
• Paid training relevant to role
• Uniform and DBS provided upfront (with simple salary repayment)
• Convenient location – just a 7-minute walk from the Metro and on site parking
• A home where you’re never just a number — your ideas and presence are valued