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Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home


Location
Salary
£13.21 an hour
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Deadline
16 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
18 Jul 2026
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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE Bank 0hrs contract This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Activities Coordinator at Barchester care home, your role involves creating a stimulating environment to provide outstanding all-around care and support for residents. Central to this position is the organization of imaginative, enjoyable, and motivational activities that align with varied resident interests and capabilities. This rewarding role includes engaging with residents and their families to develop customized activity programs aimed at enhancing their wellbeing, independence, and social participation. Candidates should possess empathy, warmth, and strong organizational skills, along with an enthusiastic, creative approach to motivate resident and staff engagement in activities both within the care home and the local community. Experience is advantageous but not necessary as comprehensive training and career development opportunities are offered.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care services in the UK, known for its commitment to delivering quality care and support. The organization operates care homes and hospitals, offering a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of their residents and patients. Barchester Healthcare prioritizes creating environments that promote wellbeing, independence, and social engagement for all individuals in their care. With a focus on employee development, Barchester offers numerous training and progression opportunities, aiming to cultivate a skilled workforce dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents. Barchester's care philosophy celebrates life, emphasizing the importance of compassionate, personalized care and support for all.

Details

  • Date posted: 18 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £13.21 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1527938483
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Banbury, OX15 6EH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

Bank 0hrs contract

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, though previous experience in a similar role is beneficial. Necessary training will be provided.

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This advert is for Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £13.21 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 16 Sep 2026.

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