Job Description
Activities Assistant Contract
- • £12.99 per hour
- • 16.5 to 30 hours per week available
- • Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- • One weekend per month required
- • Paid PVG, pension and uniform provided
- • 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
Why Join Guthrie House?
Life at Guthrie House is about much more than care. It is about creating opportunities for residents to stay connected, enjoy their interests and make the most of every day.
As an Activities Assistant, you will help plan and deliver a varied programme of activities that promotes wellbeing, social interaction and enjoyment. From arts and crafts, games and group activities to outings, celebrations and one to one sessions, you will play an important role in helping residents lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.
This is a role that suits someone creative, enthusiastic and confident building relationships with people from all walks of life. You will bring ideas, energy and encouragement while ensuring activities are inclusive, engaging and tailored to individual interests and abilities.
What Matters Most
- A warm, friendly and engaging personality
- Confidence communicating with older people and their families
- Good organisational and planning skills
- Creativity and enthusiasm for delivering meaningful activities
- Previous experience in a care home or similar environment is beneficial
- Experience or an interest in arts and crafts, drama, music or community activities would be welcomed
- A full UK driving licence is desirable
Benefits
Alor Healthcare provides high quality care in welcoming and supportive environments where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
We are committed to creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Whether you are new to care or bringing experience, you will be part of a team that takes pride in making a positive difference every day.
