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 have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE As 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.

Main duties of the job

The role of a Bank Activities Coordinator at Barchester care home is a casual and part-time position with flexible working hours. This role involves creating a stimulating environment to support residents with exceptional all-round care by devising imaginative and motivational activities. The role is rewarding as it involves getting to know the residents and their families to create tailored activities that maximize their wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. The ideal candidate will be warm, empathetic, and personable, with strong organizational skills and a driven mindset. While similar experience is preferred, Barchester Healthcare provides training to develop skills and career progression. The rewards package includes competitive pay, flexibility, and free learning opportunities as Barchester prioritizes personal growth for its employees. The work schedule varies, providing cover as needed.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, dedicated to offering quality care comparable to what one would expect for their loved ones. At Barchester, the focus is on celebrating life and providing all-around support for residents through imaginative activities. As a healthcare provider, Barchester emphasizes the professional and personal growth of its employees by offering free learning and development opportunities. Their ethos revolves around creating a warm and stimulating atmosphere that encourages independence and social engagement. The company takes the wellbeing of both residents and staff seriously, ensuring a rewarding work environment.

Details

• Date posted: 08 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1524771981
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Stoke on Trent, ST6 5QS, 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.