Activity Co-Ordinator

Healthcare Ireland Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Continuous professional development (P

Pension plan

Uniforms and PPE supplied

Monthly incentives and recognition

Overtime enhanced

Opportunities for progression

Access NI

NISCC reimbursed

Free parking

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Co-Ordinator for a new Ballymena residential home. The role focuses on planning engaging recreational and therapeutic activities to support residents with complex needs.

You will work with the care team, families and external partners to tailor activities, monitor resident responses, and ensure records are kept up to date. An opportunity to grow with a values-led, expanding organisation.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent with a good standard of written and verbal English.
• Well-developed communication, observational and active listening skills.
• Experience in related field.
• The Right to Work in the UK.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a regulated care or support environment.
• Full UK Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, planning and delivering group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting resident response.
• Engage with residents in one-on-one or group activities, such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings and social events based on their interest and preferences.
• Setting up and organising of activity areas, including gathering supplies, arranging furniture and displaying materials.
• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of records, case files and computerised information systems.
• Stay informed about best practices and trends in wellbeing and activities for residents.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

Skills

Inspiring Others

Communication

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

Activity Co-Ordinator

Are you a creative thinker and social butterfly? Do you have what it takes to be the Activity Coordinator in our care home?

The Home

Exciting Career Opportunities at Holmes Court

Holmes Court is a newly built residential home in Ballymena, providing specialist care for adults aged 18 and over with complex needs, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Challenging Behaviours. Conveniently located within walking distance of local shops and parks, and easily accessible by bus and train, Holmes Court is next door to Slemish Nursing Home.

With a brand-new team recently recruited, Holmes Court offers exciting opportunities for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us from the ground up and make a real difference.

If you’re eager to be part of a fresh, dynamic team delivering person-centred care in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

At Healthcare Ireland we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by providing engaging activities and wellbeing initiatives that promote physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The role of Activity Co-Ordinator involves providing a schedule of engaging pursuits that create a supportive environment where residents can thrive.

The Activity Co-Ordinator will contribute to the planning, organising and facilitation of recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in our Homes. The Activity Co-Ordinator will work closely with the care team, families, resident and external partners to develop and implement a wide range of activities that cater to the diverse interests and abilities of our residents.

About the role

Main Responsibilities

• Preparing, planning and delivering group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting resident response.

• Engage with residents in one-on-one or group activities, such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings and social events based on their interest and preferences.

• Setting up and organising of activity areas, including gathering supplies, arranging furniture and displaying materials.

• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of records, case files and computerised information systems.

• Stay informed about best practices and trends in wellbeing and activities for residents.

• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

Benefits

• Paid annual leave

• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company

• Continuous professional development and training

• Values-led culture

• Overtime available at an enhanced rate

• Opportunities for progression

• Pension plan (if applicable)

• Attractive hourly rate

• Access NI

• NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period

• Uniforms and PPE supplied

• Monthly incentives and recognition awards

• Free parking

We do not offer sponsorship for this role .

Full Drivers license is desirable.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

About the company

Healthcare Ireland provides care services in an environment where individuality is emphasised and the privacy and dignity of all our residents is recognised. We currently have over 1,800 employees throughout our 25 Homes. We are incredibly proud of not only the work our employees do, but the quality of care we are able to offer as result of their commitment.

We started Healthcare Ireland Group in July 2015 with the opening of Bradley Manor Care Home. Our categories of care include general and dementia nursing, dementia residential, mental health, physical disability and learning disability.

Required Criteria

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a good standard of written and verbal English
• Well-developed communication, observational and active listening skills.
• Experience in related field
• The Right to Work in the UK

Desired Criteria

• At least 2 years’ experience working in a regulated care or support environment
• Full UK Drivers Licence

Skills you'll need

• Inspiring Others
• Communication