Activities Co-ordinator

HC-One Ltd.; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Activities Co-ordinator, where kindness is at the core of everything you do. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with residents, planning delightful activities that enhance their lives. You'll work closely with a dedicated team, fostering social connections and creating memorable experiences. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring a supportive environment. Enjoy comprehensive training and a range of benefits, including a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream - flexible access to pay

Learning and development opportunities

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes.
• Strong planning, organizational, and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing activities that delight our Residents.
• Assisting the Home Manager in organising fundraising events.
• Encouraging Residents to socialise more effectively.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Planning Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

About The Role

Please note there are part-time (14 hours) and full-time (32 hours) positions available.

As an Activities Co-ordinator at HC-One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our Residents are individuals with their own stories, and by joining HC-One, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give back to them.

Responsibilities

1. Planning and implementing activities that delight our Residents.
2. Assisting the Home Manager in organising fundraising events.
3. Encouraging Residents to socialise more effectively and developing new activity ideas based on their hobbies.
4. Engaging the care team in activities with kindness and consideration.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes.
• Positive energy, good interpersonal skills, and a natural ability to connect with people.
• Strong planning, organisational, and IT skills, with effective time management.
• Ability to communicate considerately and kindly with Residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding

Recognising signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and knowing how to respond. Attendance at safeguarding training is required, along with the ability to seek advice and escalate concerns when necessary.

Benefits

We offer full training and a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check.
• Free uniform.
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Group life assurance.
• Wagestream - flexible access to pay.
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications.
• GP online service for health consultations.
• Access to high street discounts.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per successful referral.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family. We strive for a quick onboarding process to ensure you start with us as soon as possible.