Activities Lead - Andover

Activities Lead - Andover, SP11 6JS, United Kingdom

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Activities Lead who is passionate about personal wellbeing and supporting people with disabilities to live active, independent and fulfilling lives.

This is a rewarding role where you will deliver person-centred activities that promote physical, emotional and social wellbeing. You will help individuals build confidence, develop skills and achieve personal goals in a fun, inclusive and supportive environment.

About the Role

Youll work as part of a team to deliver a varied programme of activities including:

• Weekly sports and fitness sessions (e.g. Boccia, Kurling, dance, yoga and keep fit)
• Inclusive group activities that promote physical wellbeing and participation
• Wellbeing sessions focused on confidence building, mental wellbeing, sleep, hydration, anxiety management and goal setting
• Creative drama workshops exploring storytelling, character development, and expression through a range of imaginative materials and performance techniques
• Opportunities for individuals to develop independence, social skills and community engagement

You will plan and deliver engaging sessions, tailor activities to individual needs, and support a person-centred approach that promotes choice, independence and wellbeing.

Working Pattern

Average of 18 hours per week (rotational rota):

• Week 1: 16 hours
• Week 2: 22 hours
• Week 3: 16 hours
• Pattern then repeats on a rolling basis

Working Days / Times

• Monday: 9:30am 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 12:00pm 4:00pm
• Thursday: 9:30am 4:00pm
• Every 3rd Saturday: 9:30am 4:00pm

About You

Youll be a people-focused, creative and motivated individual who enjoys inspiring others. You will have a warm and empathetic approach, with the ability to build strong relationships and encourage participation.

You should be confident working both independently and as part of a team, with a genuine interest in wellbeing, inclusion and personal development.

Experience working with people with disabilities or delivering activities is highly desirable.

What Were Looking For

• Ability to engage, motivate and inspire others
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience delivering or supporting structured activities
• Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred support
• Interest in wellbeing, fitness, creativity or community engagement
• Basic IT skills
• Commitment to inclusion, equality and empowering others

Youll be part of a supportive team making a real difference every day, helping people build confidence, independence and wellbeing through meaningful activities.

Whats in it for me

We invest in our colleagues because we know if they have a better day at work, the service our customers receive will be better. The Aster Offer is our offer to our colleagues to ensure they have a great day at work and includes things like:

• A focus on colleague wellbeing workshops, an employee assistance programme offering counselling and support, mental health training and a health cash plan
• We invest in colleagues careers and development through our leader and colleague development frameworks
• Defined Contribution Pension and attached life assurance
• Volunteering hours available to all colleagues to enable them to give back
• Savings at cinemas, gyms, holidays, days out, various shops and eateries and lots more
• We celebrate colleagues who go above and beyond with a range of personalised recognition initiatives.

We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates throughout the duration of this advert and therefore may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

All candidates will be required to verify their right to work in the UK prior to commencement of employment with the Aster Group & its subsidiary brands.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

We create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and believe that creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is the right thing to do.

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