Are you passionate about creating fun and engaging experiences for others? We are currently seeking a talented and creative Lifestyles Assistant to join our team! From playing games to crafting and going on exciting adventures, this role offers the perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity and love for music. If you have the confidence to lead group activities and provide one-on-one support in a luxurious setting, we want to hear from you!
We offersome excellent rewards & benefits including:
We offer all team members 1 freemeal per shift.
EnhancedBank Holiday pay.
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 an EXTRA day off to celebratethat special birthday.
Company sickpay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subjectto length of service)
Refer a FriendScheme for successfulreferrals- for all permanentroles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
Long service awards.
And much more.
Location: Maplewood Court, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7TA
Hours: 0 hours per week
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Contract: BANK/Temporary
Shift: Days
This role will mean planning and implementing residents activities and helping the lifestyles Manager to organise essential events, and, help our Residents to keep their confidence to socialise more effectively, working on a new activity idea based on Residents hobbies, or getting the rest of the care home team involved - youll do so with a sense of kindness above all else.
We are looking for someone with a background working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes, has creativity, love for music and confident to run group and 1-2-1 activities such as : Art club, knitting club, storytelling, bingo, sport activity and musical activities and much more.
Beyond that, its all about your brilliant, positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. Youll have great planning, organisational, IT skills, basic photography skills and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a Resident or co-worker, youll be truly considerate and kind.
What you will be doing:
Support our residents to live life to the fullest.
Empower and encourage residents.
Assist residents with their lifestyle choices.
Understand the needs and preferences of residents.
Arrange and facilitate a range of activities.
Go out on weekly trip to assist resident.
Run group and 1-2-1 activities.
support to create new activities and activities pack.
set up for events and talks.
What you need to succeed:
Experience of working with people in a person-centred way.
Willingness to learn during your time with us and obtain a relevant S/NVQ qualification if you don't already possess one.
Excellent communication and team working skills.
The ability to work under pressure and with people from different backgrounds.
Work well on everyday task related to practical activity side.
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 youre ready to start your journey and make a difference, then dont delay and apply today!
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