Activities Coordinator

Integrated Care System; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in the UK is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enrich the lives of residents through diverse activities and events. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for enhancing elderly wellbeing. Join us in making a meaningful difference during every resident's day.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

And much more!

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is ideal.
• Creative mindset essential for activity planning.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage residents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver activity programs for residents.
• Organize group activities and one-on-one sessions.
• Work closely with the care team to align activities with care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Communication

Education

Relevant qualification in activities coordination, social work, or leisure and recreation

Job description

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing a diverse range of activities and events to engage and enrich the lives of the residents at Ferfoot Care Home. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a passion for improving the wellbeing of the elderly.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive activity program that caters to the diverse interests and needs of the residents. This includes organizing group activities, one-on-one sessions, and outings. You will work closely with the care team to ensure that the activities align with the residents' care plans and preferences. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a genuine interest in enhancing the quality of life for the residents.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care services in the UK. With a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centered care, the organization operates several care homes across the country, including the Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their residents.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
• 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, a creative mindset, and strong interpersonal skills. A relevant qualification in a related field, such as activities coordination, social work, or leisure and recreation, would be an advantage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.