Activities Co-ordinator

HC-One Ltd.; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A care provider is seeking a part-time Activities Coordinator in Burton on the Wolds, UK. The role involves planning and implementing activities to enhance the lives of residents, supporting the Home Manager with fundraising, and encouraging socialisation among residents. Candidates should possess excellent planning, organisational, and interpersonal skills, as well as a background working with vulnerable individuals. This position offers a range of benefits, including a competitive hourly rate, access to training and development, and various employee wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Colleague discounts

Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Background working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes.
• Ability to recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect.
• Completion of safeguarding training and willingness to undertake additional training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities that delight residents.
• Support the Home Manager with fundraising events.
• Encourage residents to socialise more effectively.

Skills

Excellent planning

Organisational skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Positive energy

Effective communication

Job description

Position Overview

Please note that this is a part‑time role working 16 hours per week from 10am – 3pm. Full flexibility is required. In your role as an Activities Coordinator at HC‑One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC‑One you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. As an Activities Coordinator it will mean planning and implementing the kinds of activities that will delight our Residents. Not to mention helping the Home Manager to organise essential fundraising events. And, whether you’re giving our Residents the confidence to socialise more effectively, working on a new activity idea based on Residents’ hobbies, or getting the rest of the care home team involved – you’ll do so with a sense of kindness above all else.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement activities that will delight our Residents. Support the Home Manager with essential fundraising events. Encourage Residents to socialise more effectively. Work with the care home team to create new activity ideas based on Residents’ hobbies and interests.

Qualifications

Background working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes. Excellent planning, organisational and IT skills with the ability to manage your time effectively. Positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. Ability to recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect and know what to do if there are concerns. Completion of safeguarding training appropriate to your role and willingness to undertake additional training where required. Ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Values and Culture

• We are curious – asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate – walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative – finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous – supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• We are dependable – people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC‑One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

Digital Care Planning

We are enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology helps us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, we’re looking for team members who are comfortable with technology – or open to learning. You’ll be supported every step of the way.

Training and Development

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC‑One will invest in your growth – opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Benefits

• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG.
• Free uniform.
• During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Group life assurance cover.
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it.
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
• GP online – a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app – available to you and your children under 16.
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7, 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
• Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
• An attractive refer‑a‑friend scheme of up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role.