Activities Coordinator

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Activities Coordinator for the Magna Care Centre in Wimborne, Dorset. This full-time position involves planning engaging activities tailored to the needs of residents, especially those with dementia. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, and a driver's license is required. The ideal candidate should have experience in delivering activities for older adults and be empathetic in their approach. The center offers a variety of employee benefits, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in planning activities for older adults, especially those with dementia.
• Empathetic and caring personality is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the care team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize activities for residents at the Magna Care Centre.
• Work closely with the care team to tailor activities for residents.
• Coordinate with staff, families, and external providers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning and organizing engaging activities for the residents at the Magna Care Centre, a 69-bed residential, dementia care, and nursing home in Wimborne, Dorset. This full-time role requires working alternate weekends and a driver's license. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and preparation skills to ensure that every resident can make the most of their day through a variety of activities and ideas.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Coordinator at the Magna Care Centre, you will be responsible for creating and implementing a diverse range of activities and events that cater to the diverse needs and interests of the residents. This may include physical activities, arts and crafts, music and entertainment, excursions, and more. You will work closely with the care team to understand the residents' capabilities and preferences, and tailor the activities accordingly. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as you will need to coordinate with staff, families, and external providers to deliver a high-quality activity program.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential, dementia, and nursing care in the UK. The Magna Care Centre in Wimborne, Dorset is one of their facilities, rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and receiving a 9.9 rating on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Healthcare is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, and they offer a range of benefits to their staff, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Magna Care Centre, Arrowsmith Road, Wimborne, BH21 3BQ
• 69 bedded Residential, Dementia Care and Nursing Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Full-Time; 36 hours per week
• £12.50 per hour
• Driver Required

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 Activities 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

• No specific qualifications are required for this role, but the successful candidate should have experience in planning and delivering activities for older adults, particularly those with dementia or other care needs. A caring and empathetic personality, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with the care team, are also essential.

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.