Activities Assistant

Alor Healthcare; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

St Margaret's Care Home in Edinburgh is seeking an Activities Coordinator to design and run a varied programme for residents, aiming to bring joy, connection and meaningful social experiences every day.

The role is 35 hours per week on day shifts at £12.71 per hour, with PVG, pension and uniform provided, plus 5.6 weeks’ annual leave. Experience in activities, events, hospitality, care or customer-facing roles is helpful but not essential.

Qualifications

• Creative and engaging personality suited for activities with older residents.
• Strong organisational skills to plan activity programmes.
• Genuine passion for wellbeing of older people.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and encourage participation.
• Confidence leading activities, events and group sessions.
• Good communication and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Experience in activities, events, hospitality, care or customer-facing roles is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Organise group activities and celebrations for residents.
• Create one-to-one engagement to support individual interests.
• Encourage residents to continue enjoying their hobbies.
• Help build a vibrant, engaging environment in the home.

Skills

Sociable personality

Organisational skills

Wellbeing focus

Relationship building

Lead activities

Communication skills

Customer facing

Job description

St Margaret's Care Home, located in Edinburgh, provides high quality Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite Care in a warm and welcoming environment. Known for its person centred approach and commitment to excellence, the home has built a strong reputation for delivering outstanding care and creating a supportive community for residents and colleagues alike.

Activities Coordinator Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• Day shifts available
• Paid PVG, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Why Join St.Margaret's Care Home?

We are looking for someone who genuinely believes in bringing joy, connection and meaningful experiences into the lives of our residents every single day.

As Activities Coordinator, you will play an important role in creating a vibrant and engaging environment where residents feel included, valued and excited about the day ahead. Caring for residents goes far beyond daily support, and your role will help ensure each day is filled with fun, variety, stimulation and opportunities for meaningful social connection.

Building strong relationships with residents and understanding their individual personalities, preferences and interests is key to success in this role. From organising group activities and celebrations to creating one to one engagement and encouraging residents to continue enjoying the hobbies they love, you will make a genuine difference to wellbeing and quality of life throughout the home.

What Matters Most

• A sociable, creative and naturally engaging personality
• Strong organisational skills and confidence planning activity programmes
• Genuine passion for working with older people and supporting wellbeing
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and encourage participation
• Confidence leading activities, events and group sessions
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in activities, events, hospitality, care or customer facing roles is beneficial but not essential

If you are someone who brings positive energy, enjoys making people smile and wants a role where every day feels rewarding, we would love to hear from you.

About Alor Healthcare

Alor Healthcare provides high quality care in welcoming and supportive environments where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.

We are committed to creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Whether you are new to care or bringing experience, you will be part of a team that takes pride in making a positive difference every day.