Activities Champion at Mill River Lodge

The Mill; Horsham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Horsham is seeking an Activities Champion to enrich the lives of elderly residents by organizing and facilitating engaging activities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving residents’ wellbeing and possess strong communication skills. The role offers excellent career opportunities, paid annual leave, and a range of employee benefits, fostering a supportive workplace culture. Join us to make a positive impact in our community!

Benefits

Paid annual leave (28 days)

Company Sick Pay

Free Uniform

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Colleague discounts

Access to independent Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passion for engaging and planning activities for residents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to enhance the wellbeing of residents.

Responsibilities

• Organise and facilitate activities for residents.
• Formulate activity profiles for service users.
• Maintain records of service users’ activities.

Job description

Training on a diverse range of topics. We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long‑service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month. We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys.

Job Responsibilities

As an Activity Champion, you will be responsible for organising and facilitating a diverse range of stimulating and engaging activities for our residents. This will include, but is not limited to:

• Formulate an activity profile for each individual service user through liaison with care staff, in line with their abilities and preferences.
• Enhance the overall wellbeing of residents by understanding their likes, interests and needs.
• Ensure the safe and proper use of all equipment.
• Maintain accurate and legible records in respect of service users’ activities.
• Liaise with the senior nurse on duty with regard to outings.
• Research all prospective outings in respect of access and toileting facilities.
• Liaise with senior care assistants in respect of relative medical or nursing care information regarding service users.

Benefits

Excellent Career Opportunities and Care Qualifications. 76% Employee Owned – our employees have received over £1850 each in tax‑free bonuses to date. Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you). Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays. Company Sick Pay. Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays. Free Uniform. Death in service payment.

• GP online – providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app.
• Discounted homemade meals while on shift.
• Pension scheme.
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Holiday discounts.
• Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards.
• Online benefits and cashback rewards.
• Support to your wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, giving colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues, including physical, mental and financial issues.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!

Activities Champion at Mill River Lodge

Salary: £13.02 per hour. Hours: 8 hours every Wednesday. Shift times: 8 am – 4:30 pm.

Shaw Healthcare is looking for a passionate and caring Activities Champion who is ready to make a positive impact at Mill River Lodge, situated in the picturesque West Sussex town of Horsham. The superb purpose‑built care home provides 70 spacious en‑suite bedrooms for elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's or other clinical diagnoses.

Why Work at Shaw Healthcare?

Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee‑Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra‑care flats. We operate using employee‑ownership principles and are the Employee‑Owned Business of the Year 2024. We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in‑house opportunities.