Lifestyles/Activities Assistant

Company: Hyllden Heights
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Location: East Malling
Job Description:

Are you energetic, creative, and passionate about bringingjoy to others? We’re looking for a talented Lifestyles Assistant to join ourteam and help create fun, meaningful, and engaging experiences for ourresidents. From games and crafts to music sessions and exciting outings, you’llplay a key role in delivering activities that enrich daily life and promotewell-being. If you’re confident leading group sessions, enjoy offering one-to-onesupport, and want to make a real difference in a luxurious, supportive setting,we’d love to hear from you!

We offer some excellent rewards and benefits

  • Weoffer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
  • Enhanced BankHoliday pay.
  • Uniformprovided.
  • Cycleto Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve yourhealth at the same time.
  • Companysick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject tolength of service).
  • Refera Friend Scheme for successful referrals – for allpermanent roles within Oakland Care (T C’s apply).
  • HealthCash Plan (subject to T Cs).
  • Deathin Service Benefit (subject to T Cs).
  • Recognitionand staff appreciation initiatives.
  • Longservice awards.

And much more……….

Location: Hyllden Heights, 140 Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge TN11 9HJ

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £13.20 per hour

Contract: Permanent

Shift: Days

In this rewarding role, you’ll help plan anddeliver a vibrant programme of activities that enrich daily life for ourresidents. Working closely with the Lifestyles Manager, you’ll support theorganisation of key events, encourage residents to build confidence in socialsettings, and develop new activity ideas based on their personal hobbies andinterests. Whether you’re organising a group craft session, leading musicalactivities, supporting an art or knitting club, or inspiring residents one-to-one,you’ll bring warmth, creativity, and genuine kindness to everything you do.

We’re looking for someone with experience supportingvulnerable individuals, ideally with a background in designing or deliveringactivity programmes. A love for music, plenty of creativity, and the confidenceto run both group and 1-2-1 sessions are essential. You’ll need excellentorganisational, planning, and IT skills, along with basic photography abilitiesand the capacity to manage your time effectively. Above all, your positiveenergy, compassion, and ability to build strong relationships will help residentsfeel supported and empowered.

What you will be doing:

  • Supportingresidents to live life to the fullest.
  • Encouragingand empowering residents to take part in meaningful activities.
  • Assistingresidents with their individual lifestyle choices.
  • Understandingresidents’ personal needs, interests, and preferences.
  • Planning,arranging, and facilitating a diverse range of activities.
  • Accompanyingresidents on weekly trips and outings.
  • Leadinggroup and one-to-one activities.
  • Helpingcreate new activity ideas and activity packs.
  • Settingup for events, talks, and social gatherings.

What you need to succeed:

  • Experienceworking with people in a person-centred way.
  • Awillingness to learn and work towards an S/NVQ qualification if notalready achieved.
  • Strongcommunication and teamwork skills.
  • Abilityto work under pressure and support people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Confidencewith practical day-to-day tasks involved in activity delivery.

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes forpeople to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.

  • Family
  • Integrity
  • Respect
  • Exceptional
  • Sustainable

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Posted: October 16th, 2026