Activities Lead

Care Concern Group; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Job summary

Floryn House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking an Activities Lead to develop and deliver a high-quality, person-centred activities programme for residents, including those living with dementia.

You will plan group and 1:1 activities, tailor activities to individual interests and care needs, and work closely with the Home Manager to ensure records are kept up-to-date and the programme remains engaging and effective. Alternate weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Activities Coordinator or similar role is essential.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver engaging activities and events.
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group and one-to-one activities tailored to individual interests and care needs.
• Develop and deliver a high quality, person-centred activities programme.
• Build relationships to promote participation, social interaction and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and review the programme to keep it engaging and effective.
• Work with the Home Manager and team to ensure activities align with care plans; alternate weekends.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Proactivity

Job description

Our brand new, purpose-built facility situated in the beautiful village of Yarnton, Oxfordshire, provides exemplary Residential, Dementia, Nursing & Respite care for 73-residents.

Activities Lead Contract

• £15.28 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week, 8.30am - 5.00pm & alternate weekends
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Activities Lead, you will take responsibility for developing and delivering a high quality, engaging and person centred activities programme. The role plays a key part in enhancing wellbeing, promoting independence and creating a positive, stimulating environment.

You will plan and lead both group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs, including those living with dementia. Building strong relationships will enable you to deliver meaningful and inclusive activities that encourage participation and social interaction.

Working closely with the Home Manager and wider team, you will ensure activities are well organised, consistent and aligned with individual care plans. You will also maintain accurate records and continuously review and improve the programme to ensure it remains engaging and effective.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in an Activities Coordinator or similar role is essential
• Proven ability to plan and deliver engaging activities and events
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident, creative and proactive approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia

About Us

Floryn House Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.