Activities Coordinator

AgeCare Care Homes; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider is looking for an Activities Coordinator in London. The role involves planning and delivering engaging activities for residents, ensuring their well-being and participation. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a GCSE in English, with opportunities for professional growth within the company.

Benefits

28-days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata)

Pension contributions

Full induction and ongoing training

Opportunity to grow and develop in the company

Paid Breaks

Qualifications

• GCSE English or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to engage with individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate entertainment programs for residents.
• Provide support and guidance for Lifestyles and Well-being Assistants.
• Ensure a welcoming environment for residents to participate in activities.

Skills

Communication

Engagement

Organizational Skills

Education

GCSE English or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer software

Job description

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At AgeCare we are committed to providing a safe, secure, happy and comfortable home, promoting a high standard of care and an understanding of individual needs to offer support and choice as required.

We areseeking a dedicated professional Activities Coordinator to plan, deliver and evaluate the program of entertainment for residents in the home, including group activities, clubs, one-to-one interactions, special events and trips out of the home.

Please note we are not offering sponsorship for this position.

Duties Will Include

• KeyResponsibilities and Care Duties
• Provide a welcoming and friendly environment to encourage attendance and participation of residents in planned events.
• Engage with Oomph to inspire activities, projects and engagement with the wider team, including all departments in the home.
• Provide support, training and guidance for Lifestyles and Well-being Assistants as their line manager.
• Ensure a variety of items of interest and activities are available in communal areas for care colleagues to use to engage residents outside of planned events.
• Seek involvement of colleagues through identification of their hobbies and interests that can be matched to those of individual residents.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure that residents are supported to get the maximum benefit from their chosen activities.
• Ensure that daily records of participation in events or activities, and the outcomes for residents are recorded on electronic care notes.
• Ensure that residents are offered one-to-one meaningful engagement if they are unable or unwilling to join group events.
• Actively seek and record feedback and suggestions from residents and relatives about the events and lifestyle opportunities available in the home.
• Demonstrate that the feedback received from residents and relatives is used to inform the planning of the monthly events calendar.
• Encourage and assist residents to make use of outdoor space in the Homes grounds.
• Prepare rooms and required equipment to enable successful delivery of the planned events program. Plan and assist with family visits as required.
• Plan and support with resident trips out of the home.
• Be familiar with residents to ensure that activities are achievable for a range of abilities and support needs.
• Maintain the required standards of confidentiality.
• Attend relevant staff meetings and training as required.
  
  

Requirements

• GCSE English or equivalent
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to engage with individuals and groups to create a sense of involvement and purpose.
• Ability to remain calm and prioritise tasks in a busy environment
• Competent with basic computer software, such as Word, web based systems etc
  
  

Company Benefits

• 28-days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata)
• Pension contributions
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Opportunity to grow and develop in the company
• Paid Breaks

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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