Activities Coordinator - Care HomeNHS

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU You'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 simil

Main duties of the job

The job of an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home involves creating a stimulating environment that delivers exceptional all-round care and support for residents. The role emphasizes celebrating life and tailoring activities to suit every interest and ability, focused on enhancing wellbeing, independence, and social engagement of residents. As part of the role, you will need to be warm, empathetic, and personable. Organizational skills and a driven mindset are necessary to ensure all tasks are completed effectively. Creativity and enthusiasm are also crucial as they help in inspiring participation in activities. Having prior experience is beneficial, though not mandatory, as Barchester provides training to develop skills and facilitate career progression. Benefits include a competitive rate of pay, training, access to wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, and more.

Job description

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'

Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3%

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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned care provider committed to providing exceptional care and support for its residents. The company emphasizes celebrating life and ensuring that residents are engaged in activities that are fun, motivational, and appropriate for their interests and abilities. Barchester believes in creating a stimulating environment that maximizes wellbeing, independence, and social engagement for all residents. In addition to providing outstanding care to residents, Barchester also values its employees by offering various benefits, including competitive pay, training and development opportunities, and incentives like the Refer a Friend' bonus scheme. Barchester's ethos and dedication to quality care make it a rewarding place to build a career.