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Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home Contract: Part Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 22.75 Cedar Lodge Dementia Care Home is nestled on the peaceful outskirts of Taunton, Somerset, overlooking a beautiful park.
Thoughtfully designed for Dementia care, Cedar Lodge provides a supportive environment for up to 42 residents.
We’re looking for a dedicated and passionate Activities Assistant specialising in dementia to bring joy, sunshine, and meaningful experiences to the lives of our residents every day.
With a deep understanding of dementia care and a genuine love for working with the older generation, we’re seeking someone who is creative, fun-loving, and highly organised.
What You’ll Do Design Dementia-Friendly Activities: Develop monthly rolling programmes and one-to-one activities, specifically designed to cater to residents living with dementia, while fostering their interests and abilities.
Build Strong Connections: Take time to get to know each resident, building trust and understanding to ensure their individual preferences and care needs are met.
Facilitate group activities and social events that promote interaction and enjoyment for all residents, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Promote Wellbeing: Help residents maintain their hobbies and explore new interests, enriching their quality of life.
What You’ll Bring Specialised Dementia Experience: Knowledge of dementia care and experience in supporting residents with varying levels of cognitive abilities.
Event Planning Expertise: Proven ability to create and manage a diverse range of engaging activities and events.
Passion for Elderly Care: A genuine enthusiasm for enhancing the lives of older people, especially those living with dementia.
Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care.
Apply today to become our next Activities Coordinator specialising in dementia! 75 hours per week Pension Additional £2 per hour overtime Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173