Activities Coordinator

NHS; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Chippenham seeks an Activities Coordinator to enhance the quality of life for residents through engaging activities. The successful candidate will plan and organize various programs that cater to individual interests, particularly for those living with dementia. Ideal applicants should have strong communication skills, creativity, and preferably qualifications in occupational therapy or social care. A warm and inclusive environment is provided, along with benefits such as a blue light discount and recognition programs.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering activities and engaging with older adults, particularly those with dementia.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach are essential.
• Creativity and preparation abilities to enhance residents' daily experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate a variety of activities that cater to residents' interests.
• Work closely with care teams to align activities with care plans.
• Promote residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being through engaging activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Communication skills

Compassionate approach

Education

Formal qualifications in occupational therapy or social care

Job description

The Activities Coordinator role at Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham, Wiltshire is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and highly-rated residential and dementia care home. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering a diverse range of activities that enrich the lives of the residents, promote their well-being, and foster a sense of community within the home.

Main duties of the job

As the Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating a variety of activities that cater to the diverse interests and needs of the residents. This may include arts and crafts, music and entertainment, social events, outings, and therapeutic activities. You will work closely with the care team to ensure that the activities align with the residents' care plans and promote their physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. The role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for older adults and individuals living with dementia.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable provider of high-quality residential and dementia care services in the Chippenham area. The organization is committed to creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for both residents and staff. Aria Healthcare values its employees and offers a range of benefits, including a blue light discount card, holiday and day-out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
• 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8 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!

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering activities and engaging with older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Strong communication skills, creativity, and a compassionate and empathetic approach are essential. Formal qualifications in a relevant field, such as occupational therapy or social care, 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.