Activities Assistant

The job role is an Activities Assistant position at Southborough Nursing Home, a 45-bedded residential, nursing and dementia care home in Surbiton, Surrey. The role involves leading engaging and stimulating activities for the residents to enhance their daily lives. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly rated by residents and their families.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Assistant, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a variety of activities that cater to the diverse interests and needs of the residents. This may include arts and crafts, music, games, outings, and other interactive experiences. The key focus is to create an engaging and enriching environment that promotes the well being and quality of life for the residents. You will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal and preparation skills to ensure that each resident is able to participate and derive maximum benefit from the activities.

About us

Olympus Opco Ltd, the operator of Southborough Nursing Home, is a leading provider of residential, nursing, and dementia care services. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment for its employees.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Southborough Nursing Home, 12-14 Langley Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QL
• 45 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents' lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!

Person Specification Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but previous experience in a similar role or a background in care, arts, or activities coordination would be advantageous. A genuine passion for working with older adults and a commitment to improving their quality of life are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.