Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator - Amherst Court, Chatham

Avante Care & Support; Chatham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Uniform

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

24/7 GP and wellbeing support

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is seeking an Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator at Amherst Court to design and deliver engaging activities for residents. You’ll promote independence and social connection through a mix of 1:1 and group sessions, outings, and cultural programs.

The role involves coordinating with staff, families, and volunteers, and may require minibus driving for outings. A compassionate, energetic, and organised approach will help enhance residents’ quality of life.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate, and motivating
• Creative, energetic, and organised
• Flexible and confident coordinating activities
• Experience planning and delivering recreational or wellbeing activities (helpful but not essential)
• Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives

Responsibilities

• Creating meaningful experiences that promote independence and wellbeing
• Stimulating body and mind through planned and spontaneous activities
• Supporting residents to remain active in the community
• Collaborating with colleagues, families, and volunteers
• Driving the Avante minibus for outings (if needed)
• Coordinating group and 1:1 activities tailored to individual interests
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy

Skills

Activity planning

Event coordination

People skills

Organisation

Flexibility

Minibus driving

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator

Location: Amherst Court

Pay: £13

Hours: 35 hours per week – alternative weekends to be included

Be the Heartbeat of Amherst! Amherst Court is a welcoming residential care home providing high-quality, person-centred support for older people in a warm and homely environment. Part of Avante Care & Support, the home is committed to promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing, with compassionate staff who take pride in delivering tailored care that helps residents feel safe and valued.

As our Activities Coordinator, you’ll bring energy, fun, and inspiration to residents’ lives through creative, personalised activities. From social events and cultural programmes to 1:1 support and outings, you’ll help residents stay active, engaged, and happy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating meaningful experiences that promote independence and wellbeing
• Stimulating body and mind through planned and spontaneous activities
• Supporting residents to remain active in the community
• Collaborating with colleagues, families, and volunteers
• Driving the Avante minibus for outings (if needed)
• Coordinating group and 1:1 activities tailored to individual interests
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy

About You

• Caring, compassionate, and motivating
• Creative, energetic, and organised
• Flexible and confident coordinating activities
• Experience planning and delivering recreational or wellbeing activities (helpful but not essential)
• Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives

Why People Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Enhanced rate of pay for NVQ Level 2 qualification
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• 24/7 GP and wellbeing support
• Staff recognition schemes
• Discounts at 800+ retailers

Additional Information

All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.