Activities Co-ordinator

Harbour Healthcare; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Activities Coordinator to join their dedicated team in Paignton. This role is vital for enhancing the quality of life for residents, especially those living with dementia. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, along with a genuine passion for making a difference. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating engaging activities, ensuring that each resident feels valued and included. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes care and comfort, where your contributions will truly matter.

Benefits

Discounts on Shopping

Flex Earn - Earned wage access

FREE face-to-face counselling

Employee of the month voucher

Opportunities for training and career progression

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

FREE eye test and discounted glasses

Cashback card

FREE wellbeing support programmes

Qualifications

• Experience working with residents living with dementia.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate activities tailored to residents' needs.
• Maintain records of resident participation and review needs.
• Contribute to planning a stimulating activity program.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Motivational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in dementia care

Job description

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Harbour Healthcare

Do you have the oomph! to join our team?

Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Paignton. Harbour Healthcare set high standards for resident care, and being an activities coordinator will mean that you are joining a team that put residents care and comfort before everything else. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other. Above all, they work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a ‘first class’ service.

Activities Coordinator

30hrs per week

Belle Vue Care Home - Paignton - TQ4 6ER

Harbour Healthcare

Do you have the oomph! to join our team?

Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Paignton. Harbour Healthcare set high standards for resident care, and being an activities coordinator will mean that you are joining a team that put residents care and comfort before everything else. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other. Above all, they work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a ‘first class’ service.

Whether you are an experienced Activities Co-ordinator looking to move and bring your high standards with you or if you are new to activities but know that you have ‘what it takes’ to make a difference to our resident then we want to hear from you!

Are you that ‘special person we are searching for?

We would love to meet you………………come and join the Harbour Team!

What are the Tangible benefits for working for Harbour?

• Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment and lots more!
• Flex Earn - Earned wage access.
• FREE face-to-face counselling, for you and your family!
• Staff recognition award ceremonies
• £30 voucher available every month for the nominated ‘Employee of the month’
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Blue Light Card - up to 50% discount across 100’s of retailers
• Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses
• Cashback card - save up to £500 annually, can be used at over 80 big brands
• Wellbeing portal:
• FREE meditation series
• FREE wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events
• FREE mental health support programmes
• FREE workout plans
• FREE Live digital gym classes
• FREE mindset and wellbeing series
• Seasonal Company events, competitions and incentives
• Refer a friend scheme - earn upto £250 when referring a friend to work for Harbour Healthcare
• On-site parking
• Flex Earn - Earned wage access.
  
  

The successful candidate will:

• Be experienced in working with residents living with dementia
• Have a genuine interest in our residents
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively as part of the Activities Team
• Have the ability to motivate people to participate
• Have good organisational skills
• Have good time management and the ability to schedule and plan ahead
• Build self-esteem
• Keep up to date and informed about new activities
  
  

The role and responsibilities include the following, although this is not a definitive list:

• To assist in organising and coordinating activities that are tailored to the needs and abilities of individuals, as well as group activities that will bring individuals together. These would include themed events based on local holidays and traditions
• Booking external suppliers to provide entertainment
• Organising trips out in the local community, considering transport arrangements and accessibility
• To contribute to the planning of a varied and stimulating activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the Home
• Maintain written records of resident participation and regularly review resident needs
• Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community
• Participate in fundraising events as required.
  
  

General

• To attend and participate in staff meetings
• Complete all mandatory training and other training identified to develop skills
• To communicate effectively with other staff, relatives, and visitors including professional agencies
• To practice and promote safe working practices within the Home
  
  

We would love to hear from you.

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