Activities Coordinator

Buchanan-House-Care-Home; Bearsden; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Descripción de la vacante

Buchanan House Care Home in Bearsden is seeking an Activities Coordinator to deliver engaging, person-centred activities that promote wellbeing and social interaction.

You will plan a varied programme of group and 1:1 activities, tailored to individual interests and needs, including those living with dementia. The role offers training and supports professional development within a friendly team.

Formación

• Creative, organised and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Genuine interest in supporting older people.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in activities or similar roles is beneficial; transferable skills welcomed.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities.
• Tailor activities to individual interests, abilities and care needs.
• Build relationships to understand preferences and enable inclusive participation, including for those with dementia.
• Work with the wider team to create a positive, stimulating environment.

Conocimientos

Creative

Organised

Enthusiastic

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent & team work

Transferable experience (hospitality,…

Descripción del empleo

Contract: Full Time
Salary: £12.71 Per Hour
Shift type: Days
Contracted hours: 40 hours

Situated in Bearsden, our purpose-built care home offers Residential, Nursing, Dementia & Respite care to 53-residents.

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview
As Activities Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing daily life by delivering engaging, meaningful and person centred activities that promote wellbeing, independence and social interaction.

You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs. Building strong relationships is essential, enabling a clear understanding of preferences and supporting inclusive participation for all individuals, including those living with dementia.

Working as part of the wider team, the role contributes to a positive and stimulating environment where individuals feel valued, active and connected. This role is open to both experienced candidates and those new to care, with training and support provided to help you develop in the role.

What We Are Looking For

• A creative, organised and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities
• A genuine interest in supporting older people
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in activities or a similar role is beneficial, however candidates with transferable skills from roles such as hospitality, events, childcare or community work are encouraged to apply

About us

Buchanan House Care Home is part of Belsize Healthcare, a division of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to creating safe, welcoming care homes for our residents and developing supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.