Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator - Bridge Haven, Canterbury

Avante Care & Support; Bridge; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

NVQ Level 2 pay uplift

DBS check and uniform

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Training & development

GP and wellbeing support

Staff recognition

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support is seeking an Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator to join Bridge Haven, Kent. This full-time role offers 37 hours per week at a competitive hourly rate and includes weekend work on a rotation basis.

You will design and deliver engaging activities, support residents to remain active, and coordinate events with staff, families and volunteers to enhance wellbeing and happiness.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering recreational or wellbeing activities (helpful but not essential).
• Ability to motivate and engage residents in meaningful activities.

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful experiences that promote independence and wellbeing.
• Plan and deliver activities to stimulate body and mind.
• Coordinate group and 1:1 activities tailored to resident needs.
• Support residents to stay active in the community.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and volunteers.
• Drive the Avante minibus for outings (if needed).

Skills

Energetic

Creative

Organised

Flexible

Team player

Strong communication

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator Full Time

Location: Bridge Haven, Conyngham Lane, Bridge, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5JX

Pay: £13.00

Hours: 37 hours Full time – alternative weekends to be included

Be the Heartbeat of Bridge Haven!

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.