Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE 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 hav

Main duties of the job

This casual, part-time role offers flexible working as a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home. The role is to help create an environment that supports exceptional care and support for residents through imaginative and motivational activities. This includes getting to know Residents and tailoring activities to their interests and abilities. A warm, empathetic personality is needed, and while similar experience is ideal, the necessary training will be provided. The position offers flexibility and opportunities for learning and development. It involves variable hours since its a bank position to provide cover as needed.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider focused on delivering outstanding care and support for residents in its care homes. Their ethos emphasizes celebrating life and maximising the well-being, independence, and social engagement of residents. They offer employees flexible roles with opportunities for learning and career development. Barchester Healthcare values individual growth, ensuring staff receives necessary training to thrive in their roles. Known for their commitment to quality, they provide an environment where residents' needs are the central focus, aiming for the quality care expected for loved ones.

Details

• Date posted: 10 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.12 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1525416749
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Bristol, BS31 3BG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEThis 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.