Activities Co-ordinator

NHS; Fishcross; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in Fishcross is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator for their care centre. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging activities to enhance the lives of the residents, ensuring they enjoy fulfilling days. This position requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. The role aims to create a stimulating environment for individuals, enriching their daily experiences. If you possess creativity and compassion, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

And much more!

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required, experience in care setting preferred.
• Genuine passion for working with people is essential.
• Ability to think creatively for activity planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for residents.
• Work flexible hours including weekends.
• Ensure all residents are actively engaged and enjoy their daily activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Creativity in planning activities

Flexibility

Job description

The job is for an Activities Co-ordinator at Marchglen Care Centre, a 37-bedded Learning Disability, Dementia & Nursing Home in Alloa, Fishcross. The role involves planning and delivering engaging activities to enrich the lives of the residents. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with people and the ability to create fun and stimulating activities that bring out the best in the residents.

Main duties of the job

The Activities Co-ordinator will be responsible for planning and delivering a range of activities and events for the residents, including group activities, one-to-one sessions, and outings. The role requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to ensure that every resident is engaged and making the most of every day. The successful candidate will have the ability to work flexibly, including weekends, to meet the needs of the residents.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on creating a positive and inclusive environment for their residents. They are committed to supporting their staff with a range of benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Marchglen Care Centre, Alloa, FK10 3GN.
• 37 Bedded Learning Disability, Dementia & Nursing Home
• Rated 8.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Full Time - 37.5 hours per week - Requires flexible hours between 8am-8pm - weekend work is essential for this role
• £12.21 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but relevant experience in a care setting or working with people with disabilities would be an advantage. The successful candidate should have a genuine passion for working with people and the ability to think creatively to plan and deliver engaging activities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.