Activities Coordinator

Peoplebank; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71 per hour

40 hours per week

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Windmill Lodge Care Home in Lytham St Annes is seeking an Activities Coordinator to lead a varied programme of engaging activities for residents, including those living with dementia. You will work to enhance wellbeing, independence and social interaction in a warm, person-centred environment.

Role is open to experienced candidates and those new to care, with training and support provided. You may be required to work alternate weekends as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Role requires a creative, organised and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities for older people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities.
• Build strong relationships with residents to understand preferences and promote participation.
• Work as part of the wider care team to create a positive, stimulating environment.
• Willingness to work alternate weekends.
• Experience in activities or transferable skills from hospitality, events, childcare, or community work is valued.

Skills

Creative approach

Organised

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Activity planning

Teamwork

Job description

Windmill Lodge Care Home is a modern, purpose built 205 bed care home in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, delivering high quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care within a warm, supportive and person centred environment.

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Activities Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing daily life by delivering engaging, meaningful and person centred activities that promote wellbeing, independence and social interaction.

You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs. Building strong relationships is essential, enabling a clear understanding of preferences and supporting inclusive participation for all individuals, including those living with dementia.

Working as part of the wider team, the role contributes to a positive and stimulating environment where individuals feel valued, active and connected. This role is open to both experienced candidates and those new to care, with training and support provided to help you develop in the role.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• A creative, organised and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities
• A genuine interest in supporting older people
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in activities or a similar role is beneficial, however candidates with transferable skills from roles such as hospitality, events, childcare or community work are encouraged to apply

About us

Windmill Lodge Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.