Activities Coordinator

Belsize Healthcare; Elie and Earlsferry; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Earlsferry House Care Home, part of Belsize Healthcare, is seeking an Activities Coordinator on a contract basis to enhance daily life for residents through engaging, person-centred activities. You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs, including residents living with dementia.

This role offers training and support, with competitive hourly pay of £13.21, and involves both 19.25 and 38.5 hour

Qualifications

• Creative, organised and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Genuine interest in supporting older people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in activities or similar roles is beneficial; transferable skills from hospitality, events, childcare or community work encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities.
• Build strong relationships to understand preferences and inclusivity for all residents, including those with dementia.
• Work as part of the wider team to maintain a positive, stimulating environment.
• Participate in training and development provided for the role.

Skills

Creative

Organised

Communication

Activity planning

Teamwork

Job description

Activities Coordinator Contract

• £13.21 per hour
• Contracted to 19.25 or 38.5 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Activities Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing daily life by delivering engaging, meaningful and person centred activities that promote wellbeing, independence and social interaction.

You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs. Building strong relationships is essential, enabling a clear understanding of preferences and supporting inclusive participation for all individuals, including those living with dementia.

Working as part of the wider team, the role contributes to a positive and stimulating environment where individuals feel valued, active and connected. This role is open to both experienced candidates and those new to care, with training and support provided to help you develop in the role.

What We Are Looking For

• A creative, organised and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities
• A genuine interest in supporting older people
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in activities or a similar role is beneficial, however candidates with transferable skills from roles such as hospitality, events, childcare or community work are encouraged to apply

About us

Earlsferry House Care Home is part of Belsize Healthcare, a division of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to creating safe, welcoming care homes for our residents and developing supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.