Activities Co-ordinator

HC One; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in St Andrews seeks an Activities Co-ordinator to plan and implement enjoyable activities for residents. Applicants should have a background in working with vulnerable individuals and possess strong planning, communication, and organisational skills. The position offers a supportive environment with full training and numerous benefits. This role is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for residents in care homes.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts over eight hours

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Access to GP online consultation

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Considerate and kind communication with residents and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities for residents.
• Organise fundraising events.
• Ensure safeguarding and attend relevant training.

Skills

Positive energy

Planning skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Job description

In your role as an Activities Co-ordinator at HC-One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining HC-One you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our Residents.

Overview

As an Activities Co-ordinator it will mean planning and implementing activities that delight our Residents. You will help the Home Manager organise essential fundraising events. Whether you're helping Residents socialise with confidence, developing activity ideas based on Residents' hobbies, or getting the rest of the care home team involved, you will do so with kindness above all else.

HC-One are looking for someone with a background working with vulnerable individuals, ideally developing activity programmes. Beyond that, its about your positive energy and ability to get along with people. You will have strong planning, organisational and IT skills and be able to manage your time effectively. When you communicate with a Resident or co-worker, you will be considerate and kind.

Safeguarding is everyone responsibility. You should recognise signs indicating possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You should also be able to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—its a way of life. We believe caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings five key qualities that we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curious — asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate — walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative — finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous — supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• We are dependable — people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology helps streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technology—or open to learning. Youe supported every step of the way.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth—opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

Rewards & Benefits

We provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. You will enjoy access to a wide range of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being, and as an Activities Co-ordinator we will invest in you. You will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream — financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online — around-the-clock GP consultation via an interactive app (available to you and your children under 16)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding team
• Colleague discounts — access to over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing — free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 for you and your family
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role