Activities Co- Ordinator

Dovehaven Care Homes; Leyland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovehaven Care Homes is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging social and recreational activities. The role involves planning events, consulting with residents, and working as part of a dedicated team in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar settings and a commitment to improving the quality of life for elderly individuals.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Free Parking

Cost of DBS check

Comprehensive induction

Internal career progression opportunities

Free uniform

Ongoing training and development

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with diverse groups preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement activities.

Responsibilities

• Create and organize social and recreational events.
• Support the physical and mental wellbeing of residents.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Education

Experience in a similar setting

Job description

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Base pay range

• Please note we do not offer Sponsorship*

Dovehaven Care Homes is recruiting for an Activities Coordinator to join our team at Marsh House, Ulnes Walton Lane, Leyland. Working four days a week, 6 hours a day, with every other weekend involved, 24-hour contracts are available.

To see the Home follow the link: https://youtu.be/8yPF1_GFvoc

Marsh House is a residential care home catering for up to 33 residents. The home specialises in dementia care, and our aim is to ensure all our residents feel as comfortable as possible. Our homes promote independence, dignity, and respect through positive risk-taking and empowerment.

About the role:

As an Activities Coordinator, you will create ideas, organise social and recreational events both in and outside of the home, and consult with residents to identify their social and recreational interests, generate enthusiasm, and support the delivery of these activities.

You will also plan and implement a wide range of activities to support the physical and mental wellbeing of residents. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a similar setting, preferably with groups of people with diverse needs and tastes. Working as part of a wider team, you will be committed to enhancing the lives of elderly people and focused on making residents’ lives fulfilling.

In return, we offer:

• 2 weekly pay
• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Free Parking
• Cost of DBS check
• Comprehensive induction
• Internal career progression opportunities
• Free uniform
• Ongoing training and development with the Dovehaven Training Academy
• Pension Scheme

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. The code of conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice

If you share our values, you will be supported by a comprehensive induction, training, and development program throughout your career with us.

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Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare