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...

Main duties of the job

This rewarding part-time position as a Bank Activities Assistant offers flexible working hours. Based at a Barchester care home, your role involves creating a vibrant environment to offer exceptional care and support to the residents. Emphasizing the importance of celebrating life, you'll develop engaging and motivational activities tailored to fit the interests and abilities of all the residents. In your role, you'll have the opportunity to connect with residents and their families, crafting personalized activities aimed at enhancing well-being, independence, and social interaction. If you're warm, empathetic, and have a creative streak with organizational skills, you'll fit right into this position. Whether or not you have prior experience, the organization supports your growth with ample training opportunities. Join an organization dedicated to providing quality care, with a flexible position offering competitive pay and numerous learning and development opportunities.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, with a strong commitment to offering high-quality care for its residents. The company is dedicated to the growth and development of its employees and provides a supportive environment with a range of learning opportunities. At Barchester, the focus is on celebrating life and ensuring that both residents and staff are able to thrive in a nurturing and accommodating atmosphere. By emphasizing personalized care and support, Barchester Healthcare stands out as a premier choice for healthcare services, attracting talented and compassionate individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Their ethos revolves around delivering exceptional all-round care, fostering independence, and promoting social engagement among residents, demonstrating their commitment to enhancing the quality of life.

Details

• Date posted: 13 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14.80 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1526131122
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Salisbury, SP1 1NJ, 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.