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Activities Coordinator

NHS

Waverley

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading nursing home as an Activities Coordinator, where you'll create engaging programs for residents to enhance their well-being. This role involves organizing diverse activities, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a passion for improving the lives of older adults. Enjoy a supportive environment dedicated to professional growth.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card
Holiday & days out discounts
Long service awards
Recognition programme

Qualifications

  • Experience in a similar role beneficial.
  • Passion for working with older adults is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Planning and delivering a range of activities for residents.
  • Organizing group and one-on-one sessions, outings, and events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills

Education

Experience in activity coordination or recreational therapy

Job description

The Activities Coordinator role at Knowle Park Nursing Home in Cranleigh, Surrey, is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the residents. As the Health & Wellbeing Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a range of activities and events that promote the overall well-being and engagement of the residents. With a 'Good' CQC rating and a high customer satisfaction score, this 41-bed residential and nursing home is committed to providing exceptional care.

Main duties of the job

As the Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for creating and implementing a diverse program of activities that cater to the varied interests and needs of the residents. This may include organizing group activities, one-on-one sessions, outings, and special events. You will work closely with the residents, their families, and the wider care team to ensure that each individual's preferences and abilities are taken into account. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential to this role, as you will need to effectively communicate with the residents, coordinate schedules, and manage resources. A driver's license is preferred to facilitate outings and community engagement.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for its residents. The company is committed to supporting its employees in their professional development and offering a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • 41 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • £12.21 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Coordinator is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification
Qualifications
  • While formal qualifications are not strictly required, experience in a similar role, such as activity coordination or recreational therapy, would be highly beneficial. A genuine passion for working with older adults and a commitment to enhancing their quality of life are essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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