Lifestyles/activities assistant - part time

Are you energetic, creative, and passionate about bringing
joy to others? We’re looking for a talented Lifestyles Assistant to join our
team and help create fun, meaningful, and engaging experiences for our
residents. From games and crafts to music sessions and exciting outings, you’ll
play a key role in delivering activities that enrich daily life and promote
well‑being. If you’re confident leading group sessions, enjoy offering one‑to‑one
support, and want to make a real difference in a luxurious, supportive setting,
we’d love to hear from you!

We offer some excellent rewards and benefits
including:

• We
  offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.


• Enhanced Bank
  Holiday pay.


• Uniform
  provided.


• Increased
  Annual Leave entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or
  more, get extra annual leave.


• Cycle
  to Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve your
  health at the same time.


• Milestone
  Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebrate that special
  birthday.


• Company
  sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to
  length of service).


• Refer
  a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all
  permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).


• Health
  Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).


• Death
  in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).


• Recognition
  and staff appreciation initiatives.


• Long
  service awards.

And much more……….

Location: Maplewood Court, Northumberland Road, Maidstone ME15 7TA

Hours: 16 hours per week

Pay: £13.20 per hour

Contract: Part-time

Shift: Days

In this rewarding role, you’ll help plan and
deliver a vibrant programme of activities that enrich daily life for our
residents. Working closely with the Lifestyles Manager, you’ll support the
organisation of key events, encourage residents to build confidence in social
settings, and develop new activity ideas based on their personal hobbies and
interests. Whether you’re organising a group craft session, leading musical
activities, supporting an art or knitting club, or inspiring residents one‑to‑one,
you’ll bring warmth, creativity, and genuine kindness to everything you do.

We’re looking for someone with experience supporting
vulnerable individuals, ideally with a background in designing or delivering
activity programmes. A love for music, plenty of creativity, and the confidence
to run both group and 1‑2‑1 sessions are essential. You’ll need excellent
organisational, planning, and IT skills, along with basic photography abilities
and the capacity to manage your time effectively. Above all, your positive
energy, compassion, and ability to build strong relationships will help residents
feel supported and empowered.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting
  residents to live life to the fullest.


• Encouraging
  and empowering residents to take part in meaningful activities.


• Assisting
  residents with their individual lifestyle choices.


• Understanding
  residents’ personal needs, interests, and preferences.


• Planning,
  arranging, and facilitating a diverse range of activities.


• Accompanying
  residents on weekly trips and outings.


• Leading
  group and one‑to‑one activities.


• Helping
  create new activity ideas and activity packs.


• Setting
  up for events, talks, and social gatherings.

What you need to succeed:

• Experience
  working with people in a person‑centred way.


• A
  willingness to learn and work towards an S/NVQ qualification if not
  already achieved.


• Strong
  communication and teamwork skills.


• Ability
  to work under pressure and support people from diverse backgrounds.


• Confidence
  with practical day‑to‑day tasks involved in activity delivery.

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for
people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.

• Family


• Integrity


• Respect


• Exceptional


• Sustainable

Apply now!

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference,
then don’t delay and apply today!