Activities Coordinator

Highgate Care Services Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Care Services Ltd in Harrogate is seeking an Activities Coordinator for Crystal Court to enrich residents' lives. The role is permanent, full-time (30 hours per week) with some evenings and weekends, delivering engaging activities tailored to individuals.

You will work with care staff and families, plan events, coordinate outings, and help residents maintain hobbies. We value warmth, creativity, reliability, and a person-centred approach to everyday wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or activity setting is a bonus.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
• Create a warm, inclusive, social environment for all.
• Support residents in maintaining hobbies and discovering new ones.
• Organise social events, seasonal celebrations, and outings.
• Coordinate with care staff and families to support wellbeing.

Skills

Event planning

People skills

Organising

Creativity

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Activities Coordinator

Location

Crystal Court, Pannal Green Pannal Harrogate

Job Type

Permanent, Full-time (30hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)

Salary

£12.77ph

Sponsorship

Not currently available

Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key

At Highgate Care, kindness isn’t just something we talk about, it’s the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.

We’re currently looking for an Activities Coordinator to join the team at Crystal Court in Harrogate If you’re someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Activities Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:

• Planning and delivering engaging activities tailored to individual interests and abilities
• Creating a warm, inclusive, and social environment for all
• Supporting residents in maintaining existing hobbies and discovering new ones
• Organising social events, seasonal celebrations, and community involvement
• Coordinating outings and excursions to promote wellbeing and variety
• Working closely with care staff and families to support holistic wellbeing
• Recording participation and feedback to ensure meaningful engagement

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
• Organised, reliable, and confident in planning events
• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people
• Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends
• Previous experience in a care or activity setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values

What We Offer

Working at Highgate Care means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
• Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
• A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents