Overview
We are recruiting for a Personal Activities Leader to join our Care Home. The main purpose of the job is to initiate an on-going programme of leisure and recreational activities of a consistently high standard for Ann's Care Homes residents.
Responsibilities
* Produce an ongoing programme of events (in-house entertainment, outings and group activities) which are both mentally and physically stimulating and of interest to people who use ACH services.
* Create a programme that commits to the therapeutic value of age appropriate activities for older people.
Skills and Qualifications
* Eligibility to work in UK.
* GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
* Basic IT skills.
* Experience within a care home setting, is preferred but not essential.
* NVQ level 2 or 3 desirable but not essential.
Further Information
Location: Ashgrove. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage. Ann's Care Homes are an Equal Opportunities Employer. While no formal qualification is required the candidate should be naturally creative and a genuine enthusiasm for working with the elderly. Free uniform; Four weekly pay; Holiday pay; Paid Access NI Check; Free practical and online training; Immediate interviews offered.
Vacancy ID 1737178
Job Sector Carers and Support Workers
Area: Co Down
Location: Ashgrove, Newry
Salary: To be confirmed
No. vacancies: 1
Contract Type: Permanent
Weekly hours: 30
Published date: 26/09/2025
Closing date: 10/10/2025
Worktime: Day duty 8.00am-8.00pm, night duty 8.00pm-8.00am, to be confirmed
Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025
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