Activities Team Leader - Ferndown, Dorset

Colten Care; Longham; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Excellent inductions, training and on‑

Job summary

Colten Care in Ferndown, Dorset, is seeking an experienced Activities Team Leader to guide a team delivering engaging resident activities at Fernhill. You will supervise coordinators, plan schedules and oversee budgets to keep residents active and connected.

You will champion wellbeing, organise group events and ensure safe, enjoyable experiences for all residents, with opportunities for career progression within Colten Care.

Qualifications

• Experience leading activity teams in care settings.
• Ability to manage rotas and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Activity Coordinators and oversee shift patterns.
• Plan and coordinate a calendar of resident activities and outings.
• Maintain resident records and support fundraising and events.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Planning

Job description

Salary: From £14.92 up to £16.42 per hour

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, typically spread across the week and designed around the resident who is at the heart of all we do. There will be alternate weekend working and varied shift patterns to cover breakfast clubs through to early evening activities.

Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Site: Fernhill

Closing Date: 29/10/2026

Pay rates: From £14.92 up to £16.42 per hour

40 hours per week, typically spread across the week and designed around the resident who is at the heart of all we do. There will be alternate weekend working and varied shift patterns to cover breakfast clubs through to early evening activities.

Introduction

We’re looking for an experienced Activities Team Leader to join our dynamic team and become a valued part of day-to-day life in our home, Fernhill in Ferndown, Dorset.

You’ll play an essential role injecting fun and creativity into a calendar of engaging activities, bringing a breath of fresh air to everyone as you assist residents to lead a fulfilled life. Whether it’s an individual indoor session or a lovely group day out, you’ll champion the residents’ wellbeing at all times.

You’ll be responsible for managing a supportive team of Activity Coordinators, managing rotas, work allocation, team budget and resident records. You’ll also support the organisation of fundraising, gala and themed care home events.

About you

Your creativity, energy and enthusiasm is infectious. You’re a confident role model, leading by example and inspiring those around you. You’re fun, approachable, with a get-up-and-go attitude and a passion for entertaining and making people smile.

You’re a team player who is reliable, organised, and an excellent communicator.

We’re an award‑winning, family‑owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.

We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.

If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.

Paid breaks (hourly rate)

Uniform provided

Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support

Staff recommendation reward scheme, up to £1,000 (terms apply)

Real career progression opportunities

Annual pay review

Additional hours / overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.

Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty