Activities and Wellbeing Co-ordinator

Porthaven Care Homes; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Porthaven Care Homes is seeking an experienced Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to join Falkland Grange Care Home in Newbury, Berkshire. The role involves planning, organising and delivering a vibrant calendar of activities tailored to residents' needs, promoting holistic wellbeing and engaging experiences.

We value creativity, strong communication and a background in events planning or activity coordination within care settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities planning or coordination within care settings.
• Ability to design person-centred activity plans and wellbeing initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organising, coordinating and delivering a diverse programme of activities and wellbeing events
• Encouraging resident participation in meaningful experiences
• Designing personalised activity plans reflecting individual interests

Skills

Events planning

Activity coordination

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Education

NAPA Level 2 qualification

Job description

Falkland Grange Care Home, Monks Lane, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 7RW

Activity and Wellbeing Coordinator - 37.5 Hours per week

Hours - 9am till 5:30pm

** Porthaven Care Homes do not currently offer sponsorship or relocation packages **

Are you an experienced Events Planner or Activity Coordinator seeking a rewarding and dynamic role?
Do you want to bring joy and purpose to the lives of vulnerable adults by creating fun, engaging activities within a care environment?
If so, Porthaven Care Homes has the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

We are seeking a creative and compassionate Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our team. In this fulfilling role, you'll be responsible for planning, organising, and delivering a vibrant calendar of activities and wellbeing initiatives tailored to our residents' individual needs and preferences.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Organising, Coordinating and delivering a diverse programme of person centred activities and wellness events
• Encouraging resident participation in meaningful and stimulating experiences
• Designing personalised activity plans that reflect individual interests and abilities
• Championing holistic wellbeing through tailored leisure and lifestyle offerings within our home.

About You:

With strong communication skills and a warm, approachable nature, you'll feel confident connecting with residents, families, and team members. You will also:

• Have a background in events planning, or activity coordination. Similar roles include Day Centre Coordinator or Occupational Therapy Support Worker.
• Experience working with the care industry.
• Be willing to enrol or hold a NAPA Level 2 qualification (or equivalent). Porthaven care homes have apprenticeships L2 & L3 – Care with an Activities and Wellbeing pathway qualification.
• Demonstrate excellent computer, reading, and writing skills
• Bring a positive, can-do attitude and a team-focused mindset
• Be flexible and able to work alternate weekends.

Above all, you will be enthusiastic, organised, and genuinely passionate about improving the lives of others through creative engagement.

The successful candidate will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and they must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

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