Activities Organiser

Colten Care; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is looking for an activity coordinator to enrich residents' lives through arts and entertainment. The ideal candidate will have a background in music or performing arts and a genuine passion for enhancing well-being. The role includes organizing activities and community events, providing a rewarding experience for both the residents and the staff.

Benefits

Annual pay review

Excellent inductions and training

Paid breaks

Free meal on duty

Real career progression opportunities

Uniform provided

Contributory pension scheme

Background checks at no cost

Qualifications

• Experience in theatre, music, or performance preferred.
• Must be confident engaging with groups.
• Patient and caring demeanor essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for residents, including musical events and community functions.
• Support early and late shifts on a rota, including weekends.
• Engage with residents to enhance their well-being through activities.

Skills

Team player

Caring attitude

Confidence in front of groups

Patience

Education

Background in theatre, music, or performance

Job description

From £12.21 per hour up to £14.53, full-time or part-time hours available at Brook View, located near West Moors in Ferndown, Dorset.

We are offering a £1000 welcome bonus if successful in this role!

What if you could use your musical talents and be part of the best, working with passionate individuals every day, all focused on providing exceptional care?

What if you could develop your career in care with an award-winning, independent, family-owned provider?

What if you had a comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities to help you thrive in a supportive environment?

If you're the one, what if you applied today?

Who knows where we could take you?

Benefits

• Annual pay review
• Excellent inductions, training, and on-the-job support
• Paid breaks

What would your day look like?

Every day, we offer a variety of activities to our residents. You would coordinate activities such as musical events, group singing, acting, garden games, minibus trips, quizzes, and incorporate your own flair!

Alongside the team, you'll support work within the community, inviting people to coffee mornings, fayres, and functions, helping make these events a success. Seeing our residents' positive reactions is incredibly rewarding!

You will work early and late shifts on a rota basis, including alternate weekends.

What we're looking for

Our residents' well-being is paramount, and sharing smiles and laughter is the best way to brighten everyone's day!

You need to be a team player with a caring and patient attitude, confident in front of groups and during one-to-one activities.

If you have a background in theatre, music, or performance, this job is ideal for you.

The higher rate of pay applies if you have relevant qualifications for this position.

About Colten Care

We are an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group with an outstanding reputation. Our success is due to our incredible staff and our focus on residents.

All 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least 'Good,' with 7 rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC, our national regulator.

If a career in elderly care interests you, consider joining the Colten Care team.

• We offer career development opportunities and pay enhancements. Contact us to learn more.

Additional Benefits

• Free meal on duty
• Real career progression opportunities
• Additional hours/overtime options
• Uniform provided
• Contributory pension scheme
• Background checks at no cost to you