Activities Coordinator - Bank - Lower Meadow - Stratford-upon-Avon

Runwood Homes Limited; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Free DBS Check and uniform

NVQ funding and support

Career progression opportunities

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to design and run engaging activities for residents, supporting their dignity and self-expression. You will mentor staff on engaging with residents and lead groups with a positive, forward-thinking approach.

The role emphasizes building meaningful relationships, developing people, and delivering personalised activities that enrich daily life in our care homes across England.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a care home setting is a plus.
• Previous experience in organising activities or leading groups is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute engaging activities tailored to each resident.
• Mentor and train staff on how to interact with residents to enhance their dignity and self-esteem.

Job description

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:

• 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.