Activities Coordinator

Avon Search; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.00 per hour

36 hours per week

Excellent work-life balance

Friendly and supportive working env

Opportunity to make a difference

Job summary

Avon Search is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator for a 46-bed care home in Gainsborough. The role is full-time, 36 hours per week, based on-site in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire.

You will design and run a varied activities programme tailored to residents, including dementia care, with a focus on social interaction, independence and wellbeing. The successful candidate will be friendly, creative and organised, able to engage residents, relatives and colleagues, and promote a stimulating, supportive

Qualifications

• Experience with aging care settings.
• Passion for organising activities and engaging residents.
• Friendly, caring personality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of activities for residents.
• Arrange group and individual activities based on residents' interests and abilities.
• Encourage participation and social interaction.
• Organise creative activities, games, music, entertainment and reminiscence sessions.
• Support residents living with dementia to participate in meaningful activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues.
• Encourage residents to maintain existing hobbies and discover new interests.
• Work alongside the care team to ensure activities are inclusive and accessible.
• Maintain records of activities and resident participation.
• Adapt activities to suit individual needs and abilities.

Skills

Older people experience

Communication skills

Creative and enthusiastic

Organisational skills

Teamwork and independence

Job description

Activities Coordinator – Full Time – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2095

36 Hours per Week

Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Pay: £14.00 per hour

About the Role

Avon Search is currently recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic Activities Co-ordinator to join a welcoming and established 46-bedded care home in Gainsborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with older people and has a genuine passion for creating meaningful, engaging and enjoyable activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.

Working closely with the care team, you will be responsible for planning, organising and delivering a varied programme of activities tailored to residents’ individual interests, abilities and needs.

The home supports older people living with dementia and provides residential, dementia, respite and day care. You will play an important role in promoting social interaction, maintaining independence and encouraging residents to remain active, involved and connected.

The successful candidate will be friendly, creative, organised and confident engaging with residents, relatives and colleagues.

This is a 36-hour-per-week position, offering a rewarding opportunity within a supportive care environment.

About the Home

The home is a welcoming 46-bedded care home in Gainsborough, providing residential, dementia, respite and day care for older people.

Supported by a skilled and friendly team of carers, the home is committed to delivering high standards of person-centred care, ensuring residents feel comfortable, supported and valued.

The home’s care philosophy places great importance on promoting dignity, independence and individual choice, while ensuring residents’ health, safety and security.

Residents are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle and continue enjoying their personal interests, with care and support tailored to their individual needs.

Key features include:

• Established 46-bedded care home.
• Residential, dementia, respite and day care services.
• Skilled, friendly and supportive care team.
• Strong focus on dignity, independence and individual choice.
• Encouragement of residents’ hobbies, interests and active lifestyles.
• Welcoming and supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of activities for residents.
• Arrange group and individual activities based on residents’ interests and abilities.
• Encourage participation and social interaction.
• Organise creative activities, games, music, entertainment and reminiscence sessions.
• Support residents living with dementia to participate in meaningful activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues.
• Encourage residents to maintain existing hobbies and discover new interests.
• Work alongside the care team to ensure activities are inclusive and accessible.
• Maintain records of activities and resident participation.
• Adapt activities to suit individual needs and abilities.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Previous experience working with older people, ideally within a care home or similar setting.
• A genuine passion for organising activities and engaging with residents.
• Friendly, caring and approachable personality.
• Creative, enthusiastic and confident in delivering activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of the importance of dignity, respect and person-centred care.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to residents’ individual needs.

Benefits & Perks

• £14.00 per hour.
• 36 hours per week.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents’ daily lives.
• Rewarding role promoting independence, happiness and wellbeing.