Activities Co:ordinator

TipTopJob; Bolton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Free DBS checks

Free uniforms

Annual leave options

Discounts (Blue Light/Vivup)

Training & progression

Long service awards

Job summary

TipTopJob seeks an Activities Co-ordinator to join a care home in Bolton. This part-time role is 30 hours/week with a salary of GBP13.60 per hour (annual equivalent around GBP21,216). You will design and deliver activities, support IT use, and liaise with staff and families to enrich residents' lives.

The role requires a QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and prior care-related experience. A supportive benefits package is provided, with opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience working in a care-related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver activities for residents based on assessed needs.
• Promote wellbeing through engaging, inclusive activities.
• Support residents with IT tools to stay connected (video calls, social media).
• Liaise with staff, relatives, volunteers and community groups to coordinate activities.
• Keep records of activities, attendance and outcomes for care plans.
• Review programmes regularly to meet changing needs and preferences.
• Support colleagues and contribute to induction of new staff.
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of activity resources and budget, and follow policies.
• Attend training sessions; may involve travel to other locations.

Skills

Activity design

Program planning

Group activities

IT support

Record keeping

Policy compliance

Team support

Budget awareness

Safeguarding

Training

Education

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

QCF Level 3 Health and Social Care

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Activities Co:ordinator to work in an excellent care home based in the Bolton, Greater Manchester area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers

A care home which has been purpose:built in order to achieve high standards of residential and dementia care, having been rebuilt by housing and care provider

As an Activities Co:ordinator your key duties include:

• Design, plan, and deliver a programme of individual and group activities based on residents assessed social needs.
• Promote residents social, physical, and spiritual wellbeing through creative, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Support residents in accessing a range of IT options (e.g. video calls, social media, online resources) to stay connected with family and friends
• Liaise with key workers, relatives, volunteers, and community organisations to coordinate participation and events
• Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and outcomes to support residents care plans
• Help to review and adapt activities programmes regularly to meet changing needs and preferences
• Support colleagues and contribute to the induction of new staff where appropriate
• Ensure the safe use and maintenance of all activity resources and equipment, and work within budget
• Follow safeguarding, infection control, and health and safety policies at all times
• Attend training and development sessions as required, which may involve travel to other locations

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• A genuine passion for improving the lives of older people through meaningful engagement
• The ability to design and deliver group and individual activities that motivate and inspire participation
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• The confidence to use IT tools and support residents in doing so
• The ability to work flexibly, as part of a team and independently
• A positive attitude towards training, personal development, and continuous learning

To be considered for this position you must hold a QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care + Previous experience of working in a care related field

The successful Activities Co:ordinator will receive an excellent salary of GBP13.60 per hour and the annual salary is GBP21,216 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 30 hours a week.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance and support with professional fees in relevant roles
• Free DBS checks and
• Free uniforms for care and support colleagues
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family:friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression.
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

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