Activities Coordinator - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

The closing date is 19 November 2024

Job summary

As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables the delivery of exceptional all-round care and support for the residents. Your role will involve devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, with the aim of maximizing the residents' wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

Main duties of the job

The Activities Coordinator will be responsible for planning and coordinating a range of activities for the care home residents, including both individual and group activities. This may involve organizing games, arts and crafts, outings, and events to keep the residents mentally and physically engaged. The role requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as creativity and a passion for improving the lives of older adults.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, operating over 200 care homes and retirement villages across the country. The company is committed to delivering high-quality care and support to its residents, with a focus on promoting independence, social engagement, and overall wellbeing.

Date posted

22 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.12 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1159022613

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

York

YO19 4QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be beneficial. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a creative mindset, and a genuine interest in the welfare of older adults.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be beneficial. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a creative mindset, and a genuine interest in the welfare of older adults.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

York

YO19 4QT


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

York

YO19 4QT


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Manager

Barchester Healthcare

Recruitment@barchester.com

Date posted

22 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.12 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1159022613

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

York

YO19 4QT


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