Activities Coordinator - Bank

Country Court Ltd; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Free uniform

Onsite parking

Discounts

Job summary

Country Court Ltd's Ruby Lodge Care Home in Sowerby, Thirsk is seeking an Activities Coordinator with creative flair to organise events and activities for residents. This bank role involves running varied activities, coordinating trips, and delivering engaging experiences to keep residents connected with the wider community.

You will meet the needs of diverse residents, work with local groups, and help celebrate seasonal events while maintaining exceptional care standards and a friendly,

Qualifications

• An understanding of the care sector would be advantageous.
• Friendly and caring attitude, able to engage with residents and families.
• Proactive, passionate, supportive team player with strong customer service.
• Own vehicle with business insurance is essential for travel.

Responsibilities

• Organise varied activities within the Home for diverse residents.
• Meet targets to improve residents' lives including 'Resident of the Day'.
• Work with local community groups and wider local area.
• Bring energy and ideas to residents' lives and foster relationships.
• Coordinate trips and experiences for small groups and individuals.
• Arrange key events and seasonal/charity events.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Engages well with residents

Customer service

Networking/Community liaison

Job description

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Reference: OCT20263364

Expiry date: 17:30, Fri, 6th Nov 2026

Location: Ruby Lodge Care Home, Inspiration Way, Sowerby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Benefits: Excellent Benefits including great pay with annual pay reviews, excellent training with nationally recognised qualifications, range of leisure & retail discounts, free uniform, onsite parking, Competitive annual leave, Pension Scheme and much more!

Activities Coordinator Bank- required for our luxury care home ‘Ruby Lodge' in Sowerby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 1TS - Part of the Country Court Family.

We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship

Hours: Bank

Would you like to be part of our new Team at Ruby Lodge Care Home?

Ruby Lodge Care Home located in Sowerby, Thirsk accommodates up to 69 residents and promotes a lifestyle for residents that offers a luxurious environment with exceptional personalised care. From the moment you step across the threshold, you’ll be embraced by its warm and welcoming atmosphere. With superb facilities, the highest standards of care, support and social interaction will be delivered with dignity, kindness, and compassion.

Do you have creative flare & want to make a difference everyday?

We are looking for an Activities Coordinator with creative flare and out-of-the box thinking to organise, run events and activities for our residents. From pumpkin-carving, to budding gardening, crafts and more - no two days will ever be the same as you support our residents to try new things and ensure they feel connected with the wider community.

What you will be doing: It’s hard to capture everything but we’ve jotted down a few key parts of the role below:

• Organise varied activities within the Home to cater for a variety of interests and life stories for individuals, small groups and large numbers of residents.
• Meet targets set out to improve our resident’s lives which includes getting to know every resident through our 'Resident of the Day’ programme
• Work together with other local community groups and the wider local area.
• Bring fun, ideas, and energy into our residents’ lives! Inspire others through great relationships, to deliver a range of thought-provoking wellbeing ideas
• Coordinate a wide range of trips & experiences within the local area for small groups & individuals
• Arrange key events throughout the year, such as seasonal celebrations & charity events

About You

We are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming, and entertaining, and would ensure all activities are appropriate for all residents.

• An understanding of care sector would be advantageous
• Have a friendly & caring attitude
• Able to engage well with the residents and their families
• Be proactive, passionate, and supportive team player, with experience of maintaining the highest levels of customer service.
• You will be going out and about, networking, planning activities and with residents therefore having access to your own vehicle with business Insurance is essential

In Return:

You’ll be joining our family-run business and alongside pension contributions and annual leave, we offer:

• Annual pay reviews.
• A bespoke Induction Training Programme, with ongoing development and access to nationally recognised qualifications*
• Recommend a Friend bonus scheme*
• Access to the Blue Light Discount Card
• Annual Staff Awards Programme, celebrating outstanding contributions across all our Homes

*Subject to Terms and Conditions

PLEASE NOTE:

All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.
You may have experience as

Entertainment coordinator, wellbeing, lifestyle, wellbeing, drama, social recreation, entertainment executive, events coordinator, care assistant.

Important Warning: Our genuine email domain is @countrycourtcare.com. Any recruitment or sponsorship correspondence received from any other domain should be treated with caution and verified with us directly.