Activities Coordinator

Orchard Care Homes; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sunderland is looking for an Activities Coordinator to create engaging activities for residents. This role involves planning events, managing budgets, and ensuring safety during activities. Ideal candidates should be outgoing and creative, with a passion for improving the well-being of residents. Competitive pay and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Career development

Employee discounts

Recognition schemes

24/7 employee support

Pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Outgoing personality with a love for engaging with people.
• Ability to create and run interactive activities.
• Experience in managing group events.

Responsibilities

• Plan varied group and individual events.
• Run events while ensuring safety and enjoyment.
• Keep financial records associated with the activity programme.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Are you outgoing, love to stand up in front of a crowd and have an imagination like no other? The role of an Activities Co-ordinator might be your casting call!

Activities Coordinator – Archers Park
£12.21 per hour - 20h

Introduction to the role

Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Coordinators are centre stage in homes. Activities in our homes play vital part in maintaining the physical and mental well-being of the people living within the home. Working alongside the individuals, their families and home staff, you will create daily activities that are engaging, fun, meaningful and memory evoking. Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities. You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.

Responsibilities

• Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Publicise & communicate the programme, ensuring that all individuals have access.
• Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
• Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.
• Keep records of all finances associated with the programme, which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.
• Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Archers Park Dementia Care Home

Just south of the city of Sunderland, Archers Park is a light and friendly residential care home, focusing on high quality care for older people, some of whom are living with dementia.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you’re ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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