Activities Coordinator

Care Concern Group; Bearsden; On-site; GBP 14,445 - 20,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Care Concern Group is seeking a dedicated Activities Coordinator at our Buchanan House Care Home in Bearsden. This full-time role focuses on enhancing the lives of our 53 residents through engaging and meaningful activities that promote their wellbeing, independence, and social interaction.

Key responsibilities include planning and delivering activities tailored to individual needs, as well as building relationships to understand preferences. We welcome applicants with a passion for supporting older people, whether experienced or new to care, offering training and support to help develop your career with us.

Qualifications

• Creative, organised and enthusiastic approach to activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, meaningful activities for residents.
• Plan and tailor individual and group activities.
• Build strong relationships to understand preferences.

Skills

Creative approach

Strong communication skills

Ability to plan activities

Interest in supporting older people

Teamwork skills

Job description

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

Activities Coordinator Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to full time 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; 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.