Activities Programme Assistant

The Activities Programme Assistant will play an important role within Jewish Cares Community Support team at the Sam Beckman Centre, helping to deliver welcoming, engaging and meaningful activities and day services for older people. Working 34 hours per week, including occasional Sundays with time off in lieu, the postholder will support the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator to plan and deliver a varied programme including social groups, exercise sessions, games, discussions and wellbeing activities. The role involves encouraging participation, adapting activities to different abilities and interests, building positive relationships with members and families, supporting volunteers and helping maintain a safe, welcoming environment. You will also support member wellbeing, safeguarding, record keeping and administration, including using Dynamics, while working collaboratively with colleagues across Community Services.

We are looking for a warm, friendly and compassionate Activities Programme Assistant to join our team at the Sam Beckman Centre. You will help create a welcoming and inclusive environment where older people can socialise, stay active, try new things and feel connected to their community. Working alongside the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator, you will support a varied programme of activities including exercise, games, discussions, social groups and wellbeing sessions. You will build genuine relationships with members, families and volunteers, encourage participation and adapt activities to individual needs and interests. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and wants to make a genuine difference every day.

As an Activities Programme Assistant, you’ll be part of the frontline team delivering activities, events and community programmes for older people at the Sam Beckman Centre. You’ll support the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator to plan and deliver a varied programme that reflects the interests and needs of our members. You’ll help create a friendly, inclusive environment where people feel comfortable, valued and able to participate. From social groups and games to exercise, discussions and wellbeing activities, you’ll help make sure there is something for everyone. The role is varied and hands‑on, combining activity delivery, member support, customer service, volunteer support and day‑to‑day operational responsibilities.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the delivery of engaging activities, events and programmes for older people.
• Helping prepare and facilitate activities such as social groups, exercise sessions, games, discussions and wellbeing activities.
• Encouraging members to participate and adapting activities where needed to support different abilities and interests.
• Getting to know members and building positive, respectful and trusting relationships.
• Providing a warm, friendly and welcoming experience for members, families, visitors and volunteers.
• Supporting the Senior Programme Assistant and Centre Programme Coordinator with programme planning and delivery.
• Helping with the set‑up and clear‑down of activities and ensuring spaces are safe, welcoming and appropriately prepared.
• Supporting volunteers and helping maximise their involvement across activities and events.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Community Services to deliver successful programmes and events.
• Supporting member wellbeing and reporting any concerns appropriately.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing relevant administration and data entry using Jewish Care systems, including Dynamics.
• Supporting colleagues to meet key deadlines and service standards.
• Working collaboratively with Health & Safety, Catering, Customer Experience and operational teams.
• Contributing to safeguarding and following relevant policies and procedures.
• Supporting feedback and quality improvement to enhance the experience and quality of life of our members.
• Taking on other appropriate duties that support the smooth running of the service.

We’re looking for someone who is warm, compassionate, positive and genuinely enjoys spending time with older people.

You don’t necessarily need to have worked in a community centre before. What’s important is that you are confident talking and socialising with older people and can build genuine relationships based on respect, empathy and kindness. You’ll be customer‑focused and understand the importance of listening to what people want and need. You’ll be able to work independently, use your initiative and remain calm and confident when situations become challenging. You’ll also enjoy working as part of a team and be willing to learn and develop your skills.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in socialising with or supporting older people, disabled peo

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high‑quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.

We are looking for an Activities Programme Assistant to join our team at the Sam Beckman Centre, helping create welcoming, engaging and meaningful experiences for older people in our community.

About Jewish Care: Jewish Cares Community Centres are at the heart of changing peoples lives for the better. Our centres support older Jewish people to lead meaningful, connected and fulfilling lives by providing opportunities for social interaction, wellbeing support, activities and community engagement. Community Services deliver a varied programme of activities, events and day services designed to support older people, helping them maintain independence, social connection and a strong sense of belonging within the Jewish community.