Activities Coordinator

Colonial Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay via Dayforce Wallet

Healthcare and dental expenses via Med

Up to 31 days paid leave

Company pension

Life Assurance

Learning and career development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Abbeyfield Living Society in Southampton is seeking an Activities Coordinator at Speedwell Court to support residents through engaging social activities that promote social and mental wellbeing.

You will plan, tailor and run activities for residents, including those with dementia, while collaborating with staff and volunteers and keeping clear records. Eligibility to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check are required, with DBS costs covered by Abbeyfield.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check required, cost covered by Abbeyfield.
• Two satisfactory employment references required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide a range of social activities for residents.
• Tailor activities to individual needs, including those with dementia.
• Develop positive relationships with residents, staff and volunteers.
• Obtain supplies and ensure activities run smoothly.
• Maintain records of resident involvement and planned activities.

Skills

Organised

Empathetic

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.

We are now looking for an Activities Coordinator to join our team at Speedwell Court.

Role: Activities Coordinator

Location: Speedwell Court, Mansbridge Road, West End, Southampton, SO18 3HW

Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

Pay: £12.77 p/h - £12.98 p/h

Rota: Shifts will include alternate Saturdays or Sundays.

The Role of Activities Coordinator

• Within Abbeyfield we believe that maintaining and improving the social and mental health of our residents is as important as their physical health. In the role of Activities Coordinator, you have a vital role in achieving this.
• You will providea varied range of social activities suitable for your residents.
• You’ll naturally get to know your residents as individuals, and involve them and others at all stages of the activity development process, and tailor each activity to their current physical and mental needs and abilities, including those with dementia.
• You have the responsibility but also the great pleasure of developing positive and supportive relationships with our amazing residents. You can use their life stories, experiences and interests to collate a selection of personally meaningful activities which will most engage that person, maintaining their choice to be as involved, or not involved, as they wish.
• You will work in partnership with other staff and volunteers, utilising their skills and expertise and motivating and supporting them throughout their involvement.
• Responsible for each activity running as smoothly as possible, you’ll plan and obtain all needed supplies and deal swiftly with any concerns raised.
• You will maintain an up to date record of relevant information including resident involvement and past and planned activities.

Rewards and Benefits

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:

• £12.77 p/h - £12.98 p/h
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
• Book Virtual GP appointments, claim back healthcare and dental expenses with Medicash
• Up to 31 days paid leave (pro rata) including bank/public holidays
• Comprehensive induction
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Occupational sick pay
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

About You

• As the Activities Coordinator, you’ll be highly organised, and able to work using your own initiative.
• Creative, with a fresh approach to planning activities, you’ll also be a naturally caring person, who is empathetic, and understandthe needs of older people, including those with dementia.
• Able to communicate and interact well with a wide range of people in varied situations, you’ll also be patient, with the ability to remain calm and tactful in sensitive situations.
• You’ll also be able to build strong relationships, and by doing so you’ll be a strong and supportive team player.

You can find out more about Abbeyfield Living Society and our values here: https://www.abbeyfieldliving.org.uk/about-us/

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career as an Activities Coordinator, where your skills and compassion truly matter.