Who are Miriam Grace Wokingham?
We are a Day Club for people living with memory care needs. We believe in the power of kindness, understanding, and the simple joy of being present for one another in the journey of life. Our aim is to create meaningful and enjoyable experiences for our club members
Snapshot of Duties:
- Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities
- Provide support and assistance to members during activities and outings
- Encourage participation and social interaction among members
- Maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all
- Assist with setup and clean-up of activity areas
- Support with meal times; providing encouragement and gentle prompting or assisted feeding where needed.
- Deliver personal care in the form of toileting support if required
What's important to us:
A positive, uplifting attitude and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of others are the most important qualifications. We want. . .
Fun and Energetic: Bring your enthusiasm and positive vibes to create a lively atmosphere for our clients.
Responsible: Your reliability and commitment are crucial as you play a key role in enhancing the daily experiences of those in our care.
Proactive: Anticipate the needs of our members and actively seek opportunities to enhance their well-being and the overall atmosphere of the club
Initiative: Take the initiative to explore new activity ideas, think on your feet, implement improvements, and continuously enhance the program aiming for maximum enjoyment
If you're ready to bring your energy and creativity to a fulfilling role, we'd love to hear from you! Previous experience in a similar role is a plus, but not essential, so please don't hesitate to apply.
Submit your CV, highlighting
- your personality
- hobbies and interests
- short introduction as to why you have applied for the role
- hours you are looking for
- Provide information on any experience, skills or qualifications you have in care or dementia care. This could be personal experience or professional.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or qualifications associated with the role.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.80 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- This role includes supporting members with personal care, including toileting assistance and providing encouragement or assistance with eating and drinking when required. Are you comfortable and willing to carry out these responsibilities in a respectful, dignified, and compassionate manner? Please tell us why, and if you have any relevant experience (personal or professional), feel free to include it.
- Tell us about an activity, hobby, or group session that you have organised, led, or supported. This could be in a work, volunteering, family, or community setting. How did you encourage people to participate, and what made the activity successful?
- At Miriam Grace, we believe kindness, patience, and bringing joy to each day are just as important as experience. Please tell us why you would like to work with people living with memory care needs, and what personal qualities, hobbies, or interests you think would help you make a positive difference to our members.
Work Location: In person
