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.
The role involves 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 is responsible for planning and organizing a variety of activities and events for the care home residents.
This includes getting to know the residents and their families, creating tailored activity programs, and encouraging staff and residents to participate.
The role requires excellent organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to work well with people.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK.
The company is committed to creating a positive and enriching environment for its residents, with a focus on person-centered care and promoting independence and social engagement.
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.
Every other weekend required.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 experience in a similar role or working with the elderly would be beneficial.
The successful candidate will receive training and support to develop their skills and progress their career with the company.