Activities Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment. As an Activities Coordinator, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents by organizing engaging activities that promote their physical, mental, and social wellbeing. This position offers a chance to work with a compassionate team, ensuring that every resident feels valued and respected. With a focus on personal growth and development, you'll receive comprehensive training and opportunities to advance your career. If you're enthusiastic and caring, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Additional compensation for overtime

Financial wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential; training will be provided.
• Genuine care for older people is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Organize leisure and social activities for residents.
• Support colleagues and enrich residents' lives.

Skills

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Enthusiasm

Energy

Caring for older people

Job description

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At Sanctuary Care, we believe in providing high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. It goes without saying that kindness is what care is all about, so first and foremost, we carefully choose our staff for their kind and compassionate nature. We aim to care, nurture and enrich the lives of all in our ‘family’ at Sanctuary Care, whether that’s our staff, residents or family members.

£12.60 per hour

Why work for us?

We spend so much time at work, so our ethos at Sanctuary Care is to enrich the lives of both our residents and staff. Let’s have some fun while we’re at work, support each other, and work hard as a team. There are plenty of training and promotion opportunities for those who want to pursue them, and daily job satisfaction at Bridge View House for all roles.

Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes, and you can ‘feel’ the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors. The team at Bridge View is special, and we’re looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role.

At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people, and we're dedicated to making Sanctuary Care an amazing place to work. That’s why we offer a package that supports:

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months’ service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (including medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms, including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Additional compensation for overtime
• Financial wellbeing support, including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity, and Shared)

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Growth and development through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Participation in inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network, providing support for colleagues
• Loyalty recognition scheme from 12 months’ service onwards
• CI Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

About the Activities Coordinator Role:

• Work as part of a team to enrich residents’ lives, supporting colleagues and enjoying the process
• Organize leisure and social activities to promote physical, mental, and social wellbeing
• Get creative and introduce new activities, sharing your ideas
• Be kind and supportive to residents, families, and colleagues to excel as an Activities Coordinator

Required Skills:

• Teamwork — a happy team creates happy residents and a happy home
• Experience is not essential; we will support you with training, but caring, enthusiasm, and energy are important
• Good communication skills and a flexible approach
• Genuine care for older people, respecting their dignity and needs

We hope you could be our next team member.

Job Reference: 224592

We are currently accepting applications only from those with the right to work in the UK.

If applying internally, use your internal careers account to submit your application.

Applications may be withdrawn at any time, so please apply early.

Inclusion is a core value. We aim to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where everyone thrives. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and will accommodate adjustments during the application process, supporting our Disability Confident status.

Building Equality and Diversity:

Sanctuary Group promotes diversity and inclusivity. We work with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. A PVG check will be required for successful applicants, which we will pay for. Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.