Activities Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday and days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking an Activities Coordinator for Cranmer Court, a 62-bed nursing and residential care home rated Good by the CQC. This 37.5-hour role focuses on planning and running engaging activities to keep residents entertained and stimulated each day.

Applicants from outside care are welcome; interpersonal skills and preparation count most. The role offers benefits such as discounts and recognition programmes.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Preparation and planning ability.
• Empathy, respect and a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Organise and lead activities that are enjoyable and beneficial for residents.
• Plan and deliver activities and ideas that help each resident make the most of every day.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Preparation and planning

Job description

This role leads the activities programme at Cranmer Court, a 62-bed nursing and residential care home rated Good by the CQC. The post centres on planning and running enjoyable, stimulating activities that keep residents engaged each day. It is a 37.5-hour role, and the advert welcomes applicants from outside care as well as those with experience, since interpersonal skills and preparation count most.

What the job involves

• Organise and lead activities that are enjoyable and beneficial for residents
• Plan and deliver activities and ideas that help each resident make the most of every day

Skills & knowledge

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Preparation and planning ability

Other

• Empathy, respect and a growth mindset

Nice to have

• Previous experience in a similar role

What’s offered

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