Activities Lead
Activities - The Ashton Care Home
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £13.50 Per Hour
Shift Type: Days
Contracted hours: 40
Nestled in the beautiful town of Hinckley, close to the town centre, The Ashton Care Home specialises in Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, Respite Care, and Palliative Care for 72 residents.
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Activities Lead to join our team. This is more than just a role coordinating events — it’s an opportunity to bring joy, fulfilment, and meaningful engagement to the lives of our residents through tailored activities and social interaction.
What We Offer
* £13.50 per hour
* Full-time contract, weekend working required
* Pension, Onsite parking
* Paid DBS, Uniform provided
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
What You Will Do
As Activities Lead, you will design and deliver a variety of engaging monthly programmes and individual activities that meet the interests and needs of our residents. You will encourage social interaction, helping residents maintain hobbies and try new experiences. Maintaining detailed records of all activities, you will ensure every event is purposeful and contributes to residents’ wellbeing. Your creativity, enthusiasm, and friendly nature will help create a warm and lively atmosphere throughout the home.
What We Are Looking For
* Proven ability to plan and organise diverse activities and events
* Friendly, creative, and confident personality
* Genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for older adults
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
About Us
The Ashton Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating welcoming homes for residents and supportive environments where our teams can thrive.
Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.