Activities Coordinator Full Time

Greensleeves Care; Crawley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care home as an Activities Coordinator, where your creativity and organizational skills will shine. You'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents by planning engaging activities that cater to their needs. With a strong focus on community involvement and personal growth, this position offers a supportive environment for you to thrive. Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, including paid holidays and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Paid breaks

28 days paid holiday

Company pension scheme

Ongoing wellbeing support

Death in Service benefit

Length of Service Awards

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Incentive bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Prior experience in organising activities is essential.
• Understanding the needs of residents is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Plan a varied programme of activities tailored to residents' needs.
• Explore suitable methods and resources for activities.

Skills

Organising activities

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of residents' needs

Experience with elders with dementia

Flexibility

Job description

Do you have prior experience in activities or organising events? We want to hear from you!

About the Role

Our Greensleeves Care Home is now seeking an Activities Coordinator on a full-time basis to join the team. You will be integral in organising and providing a varied and appropriate programme of activities for the home.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Plan a varied programme of activities in conjunction with the Registered Manager, tailored to the needs of residents.
2. Explore the most suitable methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events, individual sessions, and involving internal, external, and community resources.

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience in organising activities.
• Understanding of residents' needs.
• Flexible attitude and openness to new challenges.
• Experience working with elders with dementia.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Rewards Package

We offer a comprehensive rewards package including free learning and development, free DBS, paid breaks, 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata, including Bank Holidays), opportunities for RQF level qualifications with endorsed Skills for Care, recognition of career milestones, company pension scheme, ongoing wellbeing support, Death in Service benefit, Length of Service Awards, voluntary lifestyle benefits, an incentive bonus scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Career Progression

We are committed to supporting your career growth. Many of our staff have advanced from care roles to senior positions such as Care Supervisor and Home Manager. Your career with us could start here!

Application Process

If interested, apply now by clicking the apply button and sending us your CV. No CV? Contact us with your details, and we will be in touch to discuss further.

Additional Information

The successful applicant will need to provide evidence of NHS COVID PASS, ISA first, and an enhanced DBS disclosure. This post is not subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Greensleeves Care is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.