Activities Assistant

4 days ago

Taunton TA PB, United Kingdom Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home Full time £25,500 - £32,000 per year
Activities Assistant
Activities - Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home
Contract:Part Time
Salary:£12.21 Per Hour
Shift Type:Days
Contracted hours:22.75

Cedar Lodge Dementia Care Home is nestled on the peaceful outskirts of Taunton, Somerset, overlooking a beautiful park. Thoughtfully designed for Dementia care, Cedar Lodge provides a supportive environment for up to 42 residents.

We're looking for a dedicated and passionate Activities Assistant specialising in dementia to bring joy, sunshine, and meaningful experiences to the lives of our residents every day.

With a deep understanding of dementia care and a genuine love for working with the older generation, we're seeking someone who is creative, fun-loving, and highly organised. Caring for our residents is at the heart of what we do, and we believe enhancing their wellbeing goes far beyond the typical activities. Our goal is to create engaging, stimulating, and fulfilling days for our residents that are tailored to their unique preferences and needs.

What You'll Do

  • Design Dementia-Friendly Activities: Develop monthly rolling programmes and one-to-one activities, specifically designed to cater to residents living with dementia, while fostering their interests and abilities.
  • Build Strong Connections: Take time to get to know each resident, building trust and understanding to ensure their individual preferences and care needs are met.
  • Encourage Social Engagement: Facilitate group activities and social events that promote interaction and enjoyment for all residents, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
  • Promote Wellbeing: Help residents maintain their hobbies and explore new interests, enriching their quality of life.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities and resident participation to track engagement and outcomes.

What You'll Bring

  • Specialised Dementia Experience: Knowledge of dementia care and experience in supporting residents with varying levels of cognitive abilities.
  • Event Planning Expertise: Proven ability to create and manage a diverse range of engaging activities and events.
  • Empathy and Creativity: A friendly, compassionate, and imaginative personality that shines through in your interactions with residents.
  • Teamwork and Communication: Strong organisational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and the wider care team.
  • Passion for Elderly Care: A genuine enthusiasm for enhancing the lives of older people, especially those living with dementia.

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.

Ready to bring smiles, joy, and purpose to our residents' lives? Apply today to become our next Activities Coordinator specialising in dementia

  • 22.75 hours per week
  • Pension
  • Additional £2 per hour overtime
  • Uniform Provided
  • 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

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