Day Club Worker

Day Club Worker Wanted

Are you looking for a role that is varied and challenging, where you have the potential to make a real difference and improve the lives of older people in York? Do you like to socialise and run activities? Do you like an active role instead of an office role?

If so, we at Age UK York are recruiting Day Club Workers to work as part of our Day Club Team.

Age UK York’s Day Clubs offer older people a stimulating social environment where they can participate in a range of activities, make new friends and get a hot meal.

These are exciting roles for people with a commitment to supporting older people to maintain and improve their wellbeing and quality of life.

You will have a flexible approach, a willingness to try new things and use your creativity at work. Experience of previous work with older people would be particularly welcome.

Our Day Clubs team are a friendly team. The days available are:

The current vacancies we have are:

Tuesdays 9-3 in Fulford (6hrs)

Tuesdays 9-3 in Heworth (6hrs)

Wednesdays 1:15-4:15 in Clifton (3hrs)

Thursdays 9-3 in Acomb (6hrs)

Thursdays 1:15-4:15 in Acomb (3hrs)

There may be opportunities for additional hours on an occasional basis.

Please note that these are fixed term roles to 31stMarch 2024 with the possibility of further extension subject to funding being secured.

Who we are

Age UK York is a local charity supporting older people in the community. For over 50 years we have been working to improve the lives of older people in York.

What we offer

- £11.23 per hour

- Contract hours

- Generous holiday leave

- Full training provided

- Career progression opportunities

- Wellbeing initiatives including access to Employee Assistance Programme

- Access to discounts at major retailers

About you

To be considered for this role you will be someone who:

- Enjoys events and socializing with a variety of people.

- Enjoys trying new things and a desire to use your creativity at work.

- Enjoys being active at work

- Has excellent communication skills

- Has strong organisational skills

How to apply

Please let us know if you are interested by sending us a CV and a covering letter explaining how you fit the role. Please upload them through this link.

Applications are being reviewed as they come in so, please apply soon if you are interested.

If you would like some more information please feel free to contact Maria Pickardon 01904 933 616.

We are also looking for Minibus drivers particularly for Mondays and Thursdays for more information contact Maria Pickard.

Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 3-15 per week

Salary: £11.23 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free fitness classes
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• York: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 30/06/2023