Activities Assistant

Care Concern Group

  • Taunton, Somerset
  • £12.21 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Aspen Court Nursing & Dementia Nursing Home is a modern, purpose-built home in the peaceful northern outskirts of Taunton, offering high-quality Dementia and Nursing care for up to 42 residents.Are you a compassionate and creative individual who loves making a difference in people’s lives? We are looking for an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to join our care home team and support residents in leading fulfilling and engaging lives.About the Role:As an Activities Assistant, you will work closely with the Activity Coordinator and care team to create a stimulating and enjoyable environment for our residents. Your role will be to support residents in engaging in meaningful activities that promote emotional, social, physical, and intellectual well-being.Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in planning and delivering a range of engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
  • Encourage participation in activities to promote social interaction and mental stimulation.
  • Work alongside the care team to ensure every resident has access to appropriate occupation and leisure activities.
  • Maintain records of activities, ensuring all participation is documented in care plans.
  • Assist with outings and events, ensuring risk assessments are completed.
  • Support residents in maintaining connections with family and friends through visits, WhatsApp, and Zoom calls.
  • Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice at all times.
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.
What We’re Looking For:
  • A caring, friendly, and patient individual with a passion for enriching the lives of others.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
  • Organised and creative, with good communication skills.
  • Willingness to attend training as required.
  • Commitment to promoting residents’ dignity, independence, and well-being.
  • A full driving licence.
Why Join Us?Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK. 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.We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group: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. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.If you have the creativity, warmth, and dedication to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to hear from you.
  • £12.21 per hour
  • Contracted to 37.5 hours per week
  • Pension
  • Onsite Parking
  • Uniform Provided
  • 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

Care Concern Group