Activities and Community Engagement Facilitator

Pilgrims' Friend Society; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Bath is seeking an Activities and Community Engagement Facilitator to engage with residents and local churches. This full-time role involves organizing events, leading volunteers, and enhancing community relationships. Candidates must be evangelical Christians, passionate about community connections and supporting older residents.

Benefits

Training & development opportunities

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Long-standing service rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be an evangelical Christian due to Occupational Requirement.
• Confident in engaging with a variety of community members.

Responsibilities

• Engage with local churches by sending out regular newsletters.
• Organise and facilitate special events and outings.
• Lead a team of volunteers.

Skills

Public speaking

Community engagement

Relationship building

Team leadership

Job description

Job Description: Activities and Community Engagement Facilitator

Do you enjoy connecting with people? Are you an open and straightforward person? Are you confident speaking in public? Would you enjoy being part of the local community and showcasing your home? If yes, what are you waiting for? Apply now! This role is perfect for a proactive and compassionate Christian who enjoys connecting with our older residents and engaging with local churches and community groups.

We appreciate that each resident has their own interests, hobbies, and pastimes, and we support our residents in maintaining this important part of their lives. They are actively encouraged to lead the lifestyle they choose. Bridgemead is a 32-bed residential care home by the river in central Bath, caring for those with dementia and offering respite care. View our lovely home. Watch our video on "What it means for us, to work in a Christian Care Home like ours".

Responsibilities:

1. Engaging with local churches by sending out regular newsletters.
2. Visiting and presenting to the community and local churches.
3. Building relationships with local ministers, pastors, vicars, etc.
4. Organising and facilitating special events and outings.
5. Leading a team of volunteers.
6. Creating monthly activities for residents.
7. Co-ordinating and facilitating activities for family members that are stimulating and creative.
8. Engaging with the wider community by organising coffee mornings, summer fairs, open days, etc.
9. Additional duties as required.

Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010)).

Hours and Benefits:

• Full-time contract: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Training & development opportunities
• Career development support
• Paid DBS checks
• Supportive staff team and ongoing management support
• Flexible working hours
• Team events
• Pension scheme
• Care Friends referral program
• Medicash benefits
• Perkbox perks including Employee Assistance Programme
• Long-standing service rewards
• Birthday rewards