Activities Coordinator

Cathay Care Home; Forres; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG well-being package

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Cathay Care Home, Forres, is seeking an Activities Coordinator to deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities that promote wellbeing and social interaction. You will tailor activities to individual interests and care needs, building strong relationships with residents, including those living with dementia.

You will join a supportive team with training provided to help you grow in the role and contribute to a positive, stimulating care environment.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs.
• Building strong relationships to enable understanding of preferences and inclusive participation for all residents, including those living with dementia.
• Work as part of the wider team to create a positive, stimulating environment where individuals feel valued, active and connected.
• Training and support provided to help you develop in the role.

Skills

Creative

Organised

Enthusiastic

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Activity planning

Job description

Our purpose built care home is situated on the woodland edge of Forres, in the beautiful countryside of Moray. We proudly offer Residential, Dementia, Nursing & Respite care for 41-residents.

Activities Coordinator Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 28 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

Cathay Care Home is part 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 delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can 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.