Activities Co-ordinator in Walton-on-Thames)

Sterling Cross Ltd; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Surrey care home as an Activities Co-ordinator where you will create engaging activities for residents. This is a vital role requiring empathy, creativity, and the ability to tailor experiences to individual needs. You will work closely with residents to foster relationships and enhance their quality of life.

Benefits

Full training & development

Access to wellbeing & support tools

Range of retail discounts and savings

Unlimited referrals to 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme

And much more!

Qualifications

• Experience in planning activities for elderly care.
• Knowledge of dementia and healthcare needs is essential.
• Approachable and friendly demeanor required.

Responsibilities

• Devise fun and imaginative activities for residents.
• Foster community relationships and organize events.
• Ensure safety and security of residents during activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Positive attitude

Education

Experience in a similar role & setting (elderly care)

Knowledge in dementia & related healthcare needs

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing individual to join a leading Surrey care home as an Activities Co-ordinator .

You will play a vital role in planning and implementing a fantastic activities programme for residents within this luxury, purpose-built care home.

As an Activities Co-ordinator you will:

* Devise fun, imaginative and motivational activities

* Spend time getting to know residents to create tailored activity programmes

* Foster community relationships

* Organise special events and outings

* Ensure safety and security of residents during all activities

There is an Activities Assistant who will support you in your role.

Due to the nature of the role, an empathetic attitude is paramount as you will be tailoring activities to suit all residents, whether group-led or one-to-one.

If you are interested in making a difference in a fun and engaging role, we would love to hear from you!

Person specification:

* ( Essential ) Experience in a similar role & setting (elderly care)

* ( Essential ) Knowledge in dementia & related healthcare needs

* ( Essential ) Approachable, friendly with a positive attitude

Benefits and enhancements include:

* Full training & development

* Access to wellbeing & support tools

* Range of retail discounts and savings

* Unlimited referrals to 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme

* And much more!