Activities Coordinator

Runwood Homes; Thaxted; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Scheme (family)

Induction and training

DBS check

NVQ funding

Career progression

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to design and run engaging activities for our residents, tailored to individual needs, to foster joy and social interaction. You will lead and inspire activity programs across our homes.

You will mentor and train staff on how to interact with residents, uphold dignity, and celebrate individuality within our care setting, ensuring compassionate, person-centered care across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in activities coordination or leading groups is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute engaging activities tailored to each resident.
• Mentor and train staff on resident interaction and engagement.
• Uphold residents' dignity and self-esteem through meaningful interactions.
• Foster positive relationships and support resident individuality.

Skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Leadership

Job description

About the role

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and sociable Activities Coordinator to join our team. Your primary responsibility as a Activities Coordinator will involve creating and executing engaging activities tailored to each of our residents. Additionally, you will be responsible for mentoring and training our staff on how to interact and engage with residents, ensuring that every day is filled with special moments. Your role will involve ensuring that residents' dignity and self-esteem are upheld through meaningful interactions, positive relationships, and the freedom to express their individuality.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

About you

We are looking for a Activities Coordinator with a positive, forward-thinking attitude who can inspire and lead others. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, and experience in a care home setting is a plus. Previous experience in organising activities or leading groups is also beneficial. You should be assertive yet flexible in your approach. We've found that successful Activities Coordinators come from diverse backgrounds.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications or successfully recruit a suitable candidate. Early application is therefore encouraged.