Activities Coordinator

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Larkhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland seeks an Activities Coordinator to design and deliver engaging activities for residents at the Oaklea Complex Care Unit. This full-time position offers a salary of £12.21 per hour, emphasizing a compassionate approach to enrich the lives of residents. The role requires creativity and excellent communication skills, with a focus on individual and group interactions. Join our supportive team and make a difference in the lives of those we care for.

Benefits

Paid PVG

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in activity coordination or event planning within a care home is desirable.
• Genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a varied and stimulating programme of activities.
• Get to know each resident individually and ensure activities are meaningful.
• Work closely with colleagues and families to complement care plans.

Skills

Compassionate

Creative

Organised

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Activities Coordinator

Activities - Ashlea Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 37.5

Oaklea Complex Care Unit, a 26-bed specialist service within Ashlea Court Care Home, provides high-quality, person-centred care for individuals living with complex conditions, including dementia. Part of Willinbrook Healthcare, the specialist division of Care Concern Group, Oaklea is dedicated to delivering outstanding, compassionate care in a calm and supportive environment.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and caring Activities Coordinator to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your creativity and empathy to plan and deliver engaging activities that enrich the lives of our residents and support their emotional, physical, and social wellbeing.

What We Offer

• £12.21 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week
• Rota over 7 days (including weekends and occasional evenings)
• Paid PVG, uniform provided, pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

Your Role

As an Activities Coordinator, you will design and deliver a varied and stimulating programme of activities tailored to residents’ needs, interests, and abilities. You will take time to get to know each person individually, ensuring every activity is meaningful and inclusive. From group sessions to one-to-one engagement, your role will bring enjoyment, comfort, and a sense of purpose to each resident’s day. You will work closely with colleagues and families to ensure that activities complement care plans and promote overall wellbeing.

About You

You are compassionate, creative, and organised, with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others. You have excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead group sessions and encourage participation. Experience in activity coordination, recreation, or event planning within a care home is desirable, but above all, you bring warmth, enthusiasm, and a caring nature.

About Us

The Oaklea Complex Care Unit is part of Willinbrook Healthcare, the specialist division of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding, specialist care and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness and Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring joy and purpose to others each day, we would love to hear from you.