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 residents. Your role will involve devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, with the aim of maximizing the wellbeing, independence, and social engagement of the residents.

Main duties of the job

The Activities Coordinator role is focused on getting to know the residents and their families, and then creating tailored activities programmes that cater to their needs and interests. You will need to be warm, empathetic, and personable, with strong organizational skills and a driven mindset to ensure that activities are planned and executed effectively. Your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire both residents and staff to get involved in activities within the home and in the local community.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and assisted living facilities in the UK. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care and creating a positive and enriching environment for its residents. Barchester Healthcare offers a range of benefits and training opportunities to its employees, supporting their professional development and well-being.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 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 PACKAGE In 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

• While previous experience in a similar role would be ideal, it is not essential. Barchester Healthcare will provide the necessary training and support to help you develop your skills and progress your career with the company.