Activities Coordinator

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; 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 enhance residents' daily lives through engaging, person-centred activities. You will plan and deliver group and one-to-one sessions, tailoring programmes to interests and care needs, including those living with dementia.

This role offers training and support for newcomers. Join a warm, supportive team within Care Concern Group that values wellbeing, independence and social interaction.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities tailored to individual interests and care needs.
• Build strong relationships to understand preferences and promote inclusive participation for all residents, including those living with dementia.
• Work as part of the wider team to create a positive, stimulating environment where residents feel valued and connected.
• Be flexible to work alternate weekends as required.

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.