Activities Assistant Activities - Ashridge Court Care Centre Contract: Part Time Salary: £12.75 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 18 Ashridge Court Care Centre is a bright, modern care home near Bexhill-on-Sea, set in the East Sussex countryside with sea views and peaceful gardens. The home provides high-quality general nursing care for up to 51 residents in spacious, well-furnished rooms, with compassionate support delivered with dignity, empathy and respect. Make every day brighter – become an Activities Assistant at Ashridge Court Care Centre! At Ashridge Court Care Centre, we believe life in a care home should be filled with joy, connection, and purpose. That’s why we’re looking for a warm, creative and people-focused Activities Assistant to help us deliver a varied and engaging programme of activities that truly enrich our residents’ lives. Role: Activities Assistant Location: Ashridge Court Care Centre, 163 Barnhorn Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, TN39 4QL Salary: £12.75 per hour Hours: 18 hours per week, rota-based across the week including some weekends Working alongside our Head of Activities, you’ll 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. Whether it’s a big, themed event or a small personal moment, you’ll help ensure every day is worth looking forward to. You’ll also help organise trips out, liaise with local entertainers and visiting animals, and bring fresh ideas to keep things fun, inclusive and person-centred. What you’ll be doing: Helping deliver a creative and engaging activities programme Supporting both group events and 1:1 sessions based on individual interests and abilities Building positive relationships with residents and getting to know their likes and dislikes Encouraging participation and promoting independence wherever possible Taking photos of events for families, newsletters and social media updates Supporting with social media content and liaising with the marketing team Reaching out to local performers, volunteers and organisations to enhance the activity schedule Working 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 Canford Healthcare: 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. Ready to bring creativity, companionship and connection to life? Apply now and help us make every day a good day as an Activities Assistant.