Activities Coordinator

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking an energetic Activities Co-ordinator for Millfield Nursing Home in Bolsover, Derbyshire. The role involves creating engaging daily activities, social events, and community links to support residents’ wellbeing.

You will coordinate in-house and external activities, manage records, and help promote the home within the local community. 30 hours per week at £12.21 per hour. Training and development available.

Responsibilities

• Plan and gain approval for a varied programme of events with care staff and relatives.
• Run all events on the programme, prioritising safety, comfort and enjoyment.
• accompany people on outings with care staff and ensure mobility safety.
• Keep records of finances for the programme, assist in fundraising and manage equipment supplies.
• Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations and arrange transport to services.

Job description

Are you out going, love to stand up in front of a crowd and have an imagination like no other?

The role of an Activities Co-ordinator might be your casting call!

Location

Rate: £12.21 per hour - 30 Hours Per Week

Introduction to the role

Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Coordinators are centre stage in homes.

Activities in our homes play vital part in maintaining the physical and mental well-being of the people living within the home. Working alongside the individuals, their families and home staff, you will create daily activities that are engaging, fun, meaningful and memory evoking.

Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities. You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.

Main Duties

Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Publicise & communicate the programme, ensuring that all individuals have access.

Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.

Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.

Keep records of all finances associated with the programme, which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.

Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.

About Millfield Nursing Home

The iconic castle-topped town of Bolsover in Derbyshire is close to numerous vibrant surrounding town hubs, and is home to

Millfield Nursing Home.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development is encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.