Activity Worker
We are a nationwide charity providing support and care to older people in the vibrant Borough of Harrow. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has the ability to develop and co-ordinate a stimulating and relevant range of activities for our clients. You will be developing activities in a collaborative manner ensuring that they meet clients’ goals, improve their wellbeing and enhance social inclusion.
We require someone who has the ability to develop and co-ordinate a stimulating range of activities for our clients which you will develop in a guiding and supportive manner. You will be developing these activities collaboratively, ensuring that you meet clients’ goals, improve their wellbeing and enhance social inclusion. This is a fulfilling and fun-filled role, with a large scope for personal and professional development.
You must be a proactive and creative person with the patience and warmth required when working in social care. You will be approachable, with a kind and effervescent disposition. You must enjoy working in a team environment as well as be able to work alone using your own initiative. Knowledge of the local community in Harrow will be advantageous.
In return for your commitment, you will enjoy visible and supportive management from our team. We will provide all reasonable equipment required for activity sessions.
You will be based in our service in Harrow. Working hours will be spread across 3-4 days a week, generally within the hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. There will be an expectation to work on some evenings and weekends, so flexibility will be required.
We look forward to receiving an application from talented people for this satisfying and rewarding role. For informal enquiries please email Tamryn Nicol on 07929717745 or tamryn.nicol@creativesupport.org.uk or Mahip Singh (Service Director) on 07815518847 or mahip.singh@creativesupport.co.uk.
We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.
We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.
We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.
Application Instructions:
In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.
If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
