Activities Coordinator

Crystal Care Collection Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS

Refer a Friend bonus

Uniform provided

Pay Day breakfast

Free meal on shift

Training & development

Make a difference

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection Limited in Greater London is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan and lead a varied programme of engaging activities for residents, building meaningful connections and life stories. You will work with staff, families and the community to create moments that matter and promote wellbeing.

The role offers a 24.5-hour week on a rolling rota, with occasional evenings. Pay is £14.57 per hour and includes induction, DBS check and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Creative, enthusiastic and passionate about improving quality of life for older people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys building relationships with residents, families and the wider community.
• Organised and confident planning engaging activities and events.
• Good IT skills and is comfortable recording information electronically.
• Can motivate others and encourage a whole-home approach to resident engagement.
• Flexible, proactive and able to adapt activities to meet changing needs and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and lead a varied programme of activities for individuals and groups.
• Build strong relationships with residents by exploring life histories, hobbies and preferences.
• Develop partnerships with local schools, charities, churches and community groups to enhance the activity programme.
• Arrange visits from entertainers and external organisations to bring exciting experiences into the home.
• Encourage and support colleagues to deliver activities and continue programmes in your absence.
• Record and evaluate activities using PCS and update care plans accordingly.
• Champion the My Life Story and Resident of the Day initiatives.
• Promote a resident-led culture by educating colleagues about preferences and backgrounds.
• Gather photographs and stories for newsletters, noticeboards and social media with consent.
• Share ideas at monthly social committee meetings.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening or special events.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Relationship building

Organisation

IT skills

Motivating others

Flexibility

Job description

special events to encouraging one-to-one engagement and supporting residents to pursue lifelong passions, you'll play a key role in enhancing wellbeing, reducing isolation and creating moments that matter.

Working closely with colleagues, families and local organisations, you'll help ensure every day offers opportunities for fun, purpose and connection.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and lead a varied programme of meaningful activities for individuals and groups, tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
• Build strong relationships with residents by exploring their life histories, hobbies and personal preferences.
• Develop partnerships with local schools, charities, churches and community groups to enhance the activity programme.
• Arrange visits from entertainers, performers and external organisations to bring exciting experiences into the home.
• Encourage and support colleagues to deliver activities alongside you and confidently continue programmes in your absence.
• Record and evaluate activities using PCS, updating care plans and activity records accurately.
• Champion the My Life Story and Resident of the Day initiatives, ensuring life histories and social information are kept up to date.
• Promote a resident-led culture by educating colleagues about individual preferences, backgrounds and life experiences.
• Gather photographs and stories from activities to contribute to newsletters, noticeboards and social media, ensuring appropriate consent has been obtained.
• Share ideas and best practice through monthly social committee meetings.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening or special events where required.

About You

• We're looking for someone who:Is creative, enthusiastic and passionate about improving quality of life for older people.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys building relationships with residents, families and the wider community.
• Is organised and confident planning engaging activities and events.
• Has good IT skills and is comfortable recording information electronically.
• Can motivate others and encourage a whole-home approach to resident engagement.
• Is flexible, proactive and able to adapt activities to meet changing needs and abilities.

Working Pattern: 10:00am - 5:00pm Permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off Average 24.5 hours per week Flexibility to support occasional evening activities and events as required.

Pay: £14.57 per hour

What We Offer

• Full induction training programme
• Paid breaks
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Uniform tunic provided
• Pay Day Breakfast
• Free meal on shift
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• The chance to make a genuine difference to residents' happiness and wellbeing every day

Join Our Team

If you're someone who loves bringing people together, creating memorable experiences and helping others live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you. Your creativity, compassion and enthusiasm will help transform everyday moments into lasting memories and make our home a place where residents truly thrive.

We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.