Activities Coordinator

Morden College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Morden College in London is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance residents' quality of life by developing and delivering a diverse, person-centred wellbeing programme. You will tailor activities to interests, abilities and life experiences, helping residents stay engaged, independent and find fulfilment.

The role requires creativity, compassion and organisational skills, with the ability to work both independently and with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver a varied programme of meaningful activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a diverse, person-centred wellbeing programme for residents.
• Support residents to maintain purpose, independence, belonging and fulfilment through meaningful activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organisation

Activity planning

IT skills

Teamwork

Education

Health & Social Care

Activities Coordination

Dementia Care

Job description

The Activities Coordinator plays a key role in enhancing the quality of life of residents by developing and delivering a diverse, engaging, and person-centred wellbeing programme. The postholder will support residents to maintain a sense of purpose, independence, belonging, and fulfilment by providing meaningful activities tailored to their interests, abilities, and life experiences.

The role requires an individual who is creative, compassionate, and organised, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The Activities Coordinator will promote dignity, choice, inclusion, and positive risk-taking, supporting residents to live fulfilling lives while maintaining their wellbeing and independence.

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver a varied programme of meaningful activities.
• Basic IT skills for recording activities and maintaining documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Essential Qualifications

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care, Activities Coordination, Dementia Care

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working with older people, including those living with dementia.
• Understanding of person-centred care and wellbeing principles.
• Ability to motivate and engage residents with varying needs and abilities.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional weekends and events.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.