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Activities Lead

The closing date is 28 February 2026

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Job summary

The role of Activities Lead at Solent Grange Care Home in Wootton, Isle of Wight is an exciting opportunity to enhance the lives of residents through engaging and stimulating activities. The home is a 89-bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care facility with a 'Good' CQC rating and a 9.9 rating on Carehome.co.uk, showcasing its commitment to providing high-quality care.

Main duties of the job

As the Activities Lead, you will be responsible for designing and delivering a diverse range of activities that cater to the interests and abilities of the residents. This includes organizing group sessions, one-on-one interactions, and outings to keep the residents mentally, physically, and socially engaged. You will need to have a strong understanding of person-centered care, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to tailor activities to the unique needs of each individual.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the parent company that operates Solent Grange Care Home. The organization is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to the residents, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment for its employees.

Details

Date posted

01 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.42 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1449030986

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Solent Grange Care Home, Staplers Road, Wootton, Isle of Wight, PO33 4RW
  • 89 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Activities Lead
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £13.42 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

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

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead 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. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Solent Grange Care Home, Staplers Road, Wootton, Isle of Wight, PO33 4RW
  • 89 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Activities Lead
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £13.42 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

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

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead 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. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

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!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • While a background in care or activities coordination would be beneficial, the most important qualities are a passion for enhancing the lives of the residents, strong interpersonal skills, and a growth mindset. The successful candidate will be empathetic, respectful, and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the residents.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • While a background in care or activities coordination would be beneficial, the most important qualities are a passion for enhancing the lives of the residents, strong interpersonal skills, and a growth mindset. The successful candidate will be empathetic, respectful, and committed to 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.

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

01 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.42 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1449030986

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Wootton

PO33 4RW


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