Aria Care

Activities Assistant

The closing date is 19 June 2026

Job summary

The Activities Assistant role at OLYMPUS OPCO LTD in Wootton involves providing engaging and meaningful activities to the residents, ensuring they are making the most of every day. The role requires interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for improving the wellbeing of the individuals in the care. It offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering a diverse range of activities and ideas that bring out the best in the residents. Your key responsibilities will include planning and facilitating activities, engaging with the residents, and ensuring their needs are met. You will work 24 hours per week, across 3 days from 8:30am to 5pm, with alternate weekends. The role offers a competitive salary of £12.80 per hour and a range of additional benefits.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can thrive and learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. The organisation is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and support to their residents, with a focus on improving their overall wellbeing and quality of life.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1492119910

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

  • Activities Assistant 
  • 24 Hours per week, 3 days 8.30am - 5pm, working alternate weekends 
  • £12.80 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

  • Activities Assistant 
  • 24 Hours per week, 3 days 8.30am - 5pm, working alternate weekends 
  • £12.80 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of the needs and interests of the elderly. A background in occupational therapy or a related field would be advantageous. The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of the residents.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of the needs and interests of the elderly. A background in occupational therapy or a related field would be advantageous. The successful applicant should possess excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of the residents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.80 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1492119910

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


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