Join Our Caring and Dedicated Community at Maiden Castle House!
Role: Activities AssistantLocation: 12-14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NJPay: £12.85 per hourHours: 16 hours per week with alternate weekend working
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Assistant to join the team at Maiden Castle House, our residential care home in Dorchester, Dorset. In this role you will be responsible for helping to plan and deliver an on‑going programme of social activities for the home’s residents.
About You
- Warm, energetic, and outgoing with excellent communication skills.
- Natural ability to connect with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
- Strong time management and organisational abilities.
- Team player who brings positivity and collaboration.
- Passionate about making a difference in people’s daily lives through fun, inclusive and enriching activities.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the delivery of a varied and engaging programme of social and therapeutic activities tailored to residents’ interests and needs, including those living with dementia.
- Planning and running a calendar of events that promotes wellbeing, connection, and enjoyment.
- Observing and responding to residents’ changing needs, raising concerns with the care team as appropriate.
- Assisting during mealtimes to create a calm, sociable, and enjoyable dining experience.
- Encouraging and supporting residents to maintain independence and participate actively in daily life.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all residents. We share the HEART values: Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork. Our homes provide companionship, social interaction, and a happy, fulfilling lifestyle for residents, delivering food, fun and friendship, and compassionate person‑centred care.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
- Comprehensive induction.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Support from a friendly, experienced team.
- Deliver person‑centred care that makes a difference.
- Encourage residents to stay independent and active.
- Assist with personal care and mobility needs.
- Build genuine friendships with residents.
- Create a positive, team‑focused atmosphere.
Your Rewards and Benefits
Care South values all staff. Benefits include:
- Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
- Paid induction and training.
- Employee referral bonus scheme.
- Free DBS check.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Life insurance.
- Staff association.
- Local staff reward programme.
- Onsite learning and development team.
- Career progression.
- Competitive pay rates.
- Flexible working hours.
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
What You Need to Know
- You must be 18 years or older.
- We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re a kind, caring person, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special!
People | Passion | Purpose
About Care South
Care South is one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK, based on reviews from residents and their families on carehome.co.uk. We are a not‑for‑profit charity, dedicated to providing outstanding care with HEART values.
For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.
For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.
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