Activities Coordinator

Hatzfeld Care Ltd; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A quality care provider in the UK is seeking a compassionate and energetic Activities Co-ordinator for their dementia care home. The role involves planning and delivering engaging activities tailored to residents' needs. Ideal candidates will have a person-centred approach, ensuring safety and inclusivity in activities that promote social interaction and cognitive stimulation. This position offers £12.50-£13 per hour with various benefits including mileage compensation and monthly bonuses.

Benefits

Mileage paid over 5 miles

Life insurance

Company pension

Meals provided

24/7 free counselling service

On site car park

Monthly staff bonuses

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering activities in a care setting or similar environment.
• Person-centred approach; promoting well-being and cognitive stimulation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a variety of activities tailored to meet residents' needs.
• Promote participation in group and one-to-one activities.
• Collaborate with care staff and families to enhance the activity programme.
• Monitor and record resident engagement.
• Ensure activities are safe and appropriate for all residents.

Skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Good communication

Teamwork

Job description

Hatzfeld Care Ltd provides high quality residential and day care through our specialised Dementia care and residential care services. Each of our homes offers a unique environment providing high quality, consistent, responsive care in a homely, supportive setting.

This role will be based at a Care Home that specialises in dementia care. We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and energetic Activities Co-ordinator to plan, organise, and deliver meaningful and engaging activities for residents living with dementia. The ideal candidate will have a person-centred approach, promoting well-being, social interaction, and cognitive stimulation to enhance residents' quality of life.

Sponsorship cannot be offered

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a variety of activities tailored to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of residents with dementia.
• Promote participation in group and one-to-one activities such as arts and crafts, music sessions, reminiscence therapy, games, gentle exercise, gardening, and themed events.
• Work collaboratively with care staff, families, volunteers, and external entertainers to enhance the activity programme.
• Monitor and record resident engagement and progress, adapting activities to meet changing needs and abilities.
• Ensure activities are inclusive, safe, and appropriate for residents at various stages of dementia.
• Maintain supplies and manage the activity budget effectively.
• Comply with safeguarding and health & safety regulations at all times.

Requirements

• Reliable and trustworthy
• Enthusiastic and motivated to bring positive outcomes and care for our residents
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Experience Working With People Who Have Dementia

• Experience in planning and delivering activities in a care setting or similar environment

Benefits

• Mileage paid over 5 miles (up to 50 miles per day)
• Life insurance
• Company pension in place
• Meals provided
• 24/7 free counselling service
• On site car park
• Monthly staff bonuses
• Refer a friend scheme of up to £250 each

£12.50-£13 per hour.

Exact rate of pay and hours to be discussed at interview.