Activities and Wellbeing Lead (Maternity Cover)

What you'll actually be doing

•      Designing and running a varied programme of activities — social, physical, creative and cognitive — that residents genuinely look forward to

•      Getting to know residents as individuals, so what you plan reflects who they actually are, not a generic timetable

•      Bringing in arts and crafts, music, fitness, outings and anything else you think will land — we want your ideas.

•      Building relationships with residents' families to bring even more richness into what's on offer

•      Leading and inspiring a small team of activity coordinators, and giving them room to bring their own ideas too

•      Working with the care team so activities complement residents' care plans

•      Maintaining the budget and making sure everything you deliver meets health and safety standards

Why Westgate is different

•      Family owned and operated — decisions here are made by people who know the homes, not a distant corporate structure

•      A genuine track record of promoting from within — many of our staff, including Home Managers, started in roles just like this one and grew with us; if you want a career, not just a job, we'll invest in getting you there

•      Excellent regulatory standards — our homes are currently rated Good or Outstanding, so you're joining a team that gets the fundamentals right

•      We invest in keeping good people — many of our staff have been with us for years, not just recruited and left to it

Our values

Compassionate. Committed. Collaborative. Credible.

These aren't words on a wall — they're what we expect from each other and what our residents and families experience every day.

Pay and hours

•      £13.50 - £14 per hour

•      40 hours per week, 8am–5pm

•      5 over 7, including alternate weekends

•     Please note that this is a maternity cover position, starting in mid-October 2026, for a minimum period of 9 months.

Why people stay at Westgate

•      Get paid before payday with Stream, plus Blue Light Card, cashback and discount schemes

•      Refer a friend, earn up to £500

•      Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing support via The Care Workers Charity, and regular team social events

•      Recognition that isn't just words — Employee of the Month and Long Service awards

•      Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications

•      Comprehensive induction with free training and ongoing professional development

Before you apply

This role involves working with vulnerable adults, so it's subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone we support.

We review applications as they come in and may close this vacancy early if we find the right person — so don't wait to apply.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership.