Activities Assistant

Job summary

About The Role
Activities Assistant
Pay rate : £12. 30 per hour
H ours : 24 hours per week ( alternate weekend working ) 
We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Assistant to join the team at Kenwith Castle, our residential care home set in 30 acres of stunning North Devon Countryside at Abbotsham, Bideford.
As a not-for-profit charity within Social Care, we focus on the reward and recognition of all our people, our benefits include:

• Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry Based Qualifications

What you will be doing:

• You will assist in providing a range of imaginative and enjoyable social and therapeutic activities to our residents, some of whom are living with dementia
• Delivering an ongoing calendar of social events and activities for residents covering their personal interests
• Maintaining awareness of our resident’s changing needs, raising concerns were necessary
• Assist in mealtimes when required and promote a social, calm and enjoyable experience
• Provide encouragement and support to enable our residents to remain as independent as possible
• This role requires you to work flexible hours but they can fit in around your lifestyle

Who are we looking for:
You are social and outgoing with excellent communication skills, you've got good time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks. You also work well in a team environment. You need to be over 18 years of age to apply for this position.
If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team! 
Please note: You need to be 18 years of age or over to join Care South.

About The Company
PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

01202 712448 .