Overview
Activities Assistant role at Care Concern Group – Barty House Nursing Home, Bearsted, Kent. Location: Barty House Nursing Home, Roundwell, Bearsted, Maidstone, ME14 4HN. Contract: Bank. Salary: £12.75 per hour. Hours: Bank shifts. Shift Type: Days.
Barty House Nursing Home is a Georgian building offering high-quality nursing care for up to 59 residents in bright, ensuite rooms with garden access and countryside views.
Make every day brighter – become an Activities Assistant at Barty House Nursing Home. We’re looking for a warm, creative and people-focused Activities Assistant to help deliver a varied and engaging programme of activities that enrich residents’ lives.
Role
Position: Activities Assistant
What You’ll Be Doing
* Help plan and deliver a full calendar of meaningful activities – from craft sessions and music afternoons to gentle exercise, reminiscence therapy and one-to-one chats over a cuppa
* Help organise trips, liaise with local entertainers and visiting animals, and bring fresh ideas to keep things fun, inclusive and person-centred
* Deliver both group events and 1:1 sessions based on individual interests and abilities
* Build positive relationships with residents, getting to know their likes and dislikes
* Encourage participation and promote independence where possible
* Take photos of events for families, newsletters and social media updates
* Support with social media content and liaise with the marketing team
* Reach out to local performers, volunteers and organisations to enhance the activity schedule
* Work flexibly as part of the wider team, with availability to work some weekends
What You’ll Bring
* A friendly, positive and supportive approach
* Creativity and confidence in delivering a wide range of engaging sessions
* Great communication skills, both verbal and written
* Organisational skills and a proactive attitude
* Basic IT knowledge and the ability to use systems and upload content/photos
* A real passion for making life joyful and meaningful for others
Why Join Care Concern Group
We’re a family-run care group guided by our values of Care, Family, Honesty and Commitment. You’ll be part of a warm and welcoming team where your ideas are valued, your work is appreciated, and your role has purpose every single day. Apply now to bring creativity, companionship and connection to life as an Activities Assistant.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Bank
Job function
* Administrative
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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