Activities Coordinator

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Charlton Kings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care organization in Charlton Kings seeks an Activities Coordinator to create engaging activities for residents. You will develop programs that promote independence and bring joy, working closely with residents to understand their interests. The role requires experience in event organization and a passion for elderly care. 28 days holiday, a pension scheme, and employee rewards are among the benefits offered. Join us to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Workplace pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher weekend pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience in creating and delivering activities or events.
• Comfortable engaging residents as well as the local community.
• Ability to encourage participation from team members and friends.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver an ongoing programme of activities.
• Engage residents to understand their preferences.
• Organize external community engagements when needed.

Skills

Event organization

Engagement with elderly people

Community engagement

Job description

Location: Grevill House, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham
Pay Rate: £13.62 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
Contracted hours: 36 Hours per week
Shift Pattern: 10:00am -5:00pm 4 Day a week & 9:00am -5:00pm 1 Day a week (Working alternate weekends)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our homes are vibrant, joyful communities and an important part of creating such a happy atmosphere is the wide range of stimulating activities and entertainment we provide for our residents. As an Activities Coordinator, you'll be responsible for creating and delivering an ongoing programme of activities and events which engage residents, promote their independence and are tailored to meet their individual needs. Many of our residents are living with various age-related conditions, but still strive to lead a full and active life. You'll get to know them, find out what they love to do, or perhaps used to love to do, and find ways of creating new memories with them. In joining us, you'll also become part of our extended family. You'll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. Located in the delightful village of Charlton Kings, on the eastern edge of Cheltenham lies Grevill House and Ashley Intermediate Care Centre. Built in attractive Cotswold stone, the home offers compassionate and personalised nursing, residential, respite and intermediate care to 50 residents in Grevill House and 15 residents at Ashley Intermediate Care Centre.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll either be experienced in creating, organising and delivering events and activities or have worked with elderly people in a residential setting, but either way you'll be confident in engaging with our residents to understand what they love to do as a group or on a one-to-one basis. You'll be comfortable in engaging with the local community, bringing people in to enhance your activities programme as necessary, to ensure our residents get the added stimulation of life outside of the home. You'll also encourage team members, relatives and friends to participate in the activities and events you organise. If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as an activities coordinator within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and "My Rewards" programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more