Activities Assistant - Bank - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare
Faverdale, Darlington
Salary
£30,784
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Part time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will plan and run daily activities for care home residents, making them fun and suitable for all abilities. The part‑time, flexible role suits anyone who enjoys helping older people stay active and engaged.
What you'll need
- Experience working with older adults or in a care setting
- Good communication and listening skills
- Ability to organise and lead group activities
- Reliability and flexibility for covering shifts
- Basic health and safety awareness
How to boost your chances
- Volunteer at a local care home to gain relevant experience
- Take a short course on activity planning for older people
- Prepare examples of activities you have run for the interview
- Be ready to work flexible, short‑notice shifts
- Ensure you have a current DBS check ready
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Job description
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 wi…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
21 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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