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Activities Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Wimbledon, SW20 8AG Bank £13.21
Posted 2 September 2026 Closing date 1 November 2026
Raynes Park Rail Station (0.5 miles, direct) Dundonald Road Tram Stop (0.8 miles, direct) Cromwell Road Bus Station (3.1 miles, direct)

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.

Main duties of the job

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working at a Barchester care home. As a Bank Activities Coordinator, you will help create a stimulating environment for exceptional care and support, devising imaginative activities for residents. This rewarding role involves getting to know residents and their families, creating activities focused on wellbeing, independence, and engagement. The job requires empathy, a personable nature, and organizational skills. Enthusiasm and creativity are important to inspire participation in activities both at the home and in the community. Similar experience is beneficial but not necessary as training will be provided.

Job description

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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider in the UK, focusing on delivering high-quality care and support. With an ethos centered around celebrating life, Barchester operates care homes across the country, providing a stimulating environment for residents. The organisation values the growth and development of its staff, offering flexible working roles and numerous learning and development opportunities. Barchester Healthcare is committed to providing exceptional all-round care, ensuring the well-being, independence, and social engagement of its residents through tailored activities and support. Choosing Barchester means working in a rewarding role that emphasizes quality care.

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