Activities Assistant

  • Fitzroy
  • Sep 24, 2022
Full time Other

Job Description

Vacancies available:

Rates: £10.02 - £11.35
Full Time - 35 hours per week
Part Time Day
Bank (0) hours
Typical shift patterns: 5-10 hours per day starting around

A driving licence is essential.

FitzRoy Registered Care and Nursing service in Hales provides care and support for 12 residents with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex health needs.

We are seeking exceptional new Activities Assistants to help some of the Gentleman we support, access the community. This role is very active as there's lots of hiking and outdoor pursuits.

Could this be you?

What we offer:
No experience required - we provide full training
30 days holiday inc Bank Holidays - increasing with service.
Free membership of our Health Cash Back Scheme for you and your family - claim back money on services such as Dental, Optical, Chiropractor and many more.
An Employee Assistance programme which includes virtual GPs, Legal advice and more.
We will pay for your Blue light card
Paid DBS and Update Service
Enhanced overtime payments
Loyalty awards and life assurance
Perkbox shopping discounts

An activity assistant's day is varied, and flexibility is required. You will be providing care and support individually tailored to the needs and wishes of people with learning disabilities. You will work together to identify and achieve their goals, enabling them to have choice and control over their lives. You will also be expected to carry out everyday tasks including personal care, taking part in a range of interests and activities that make up a healthy, well balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Waking nights will include some domestic work and providing support as required.

Equal opportunities statement

FitzRoy is an equal opportunities employer, and we participate in the disability confident scheme. We are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on any grounds which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Salary: £10.02-£11.35 per hour

Experience:
Autism: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)