Activity Co-Ordinator - Codnor Park - £13.21 / Full Time

Ashmere Derbyshire Ltd; Ambergate; Sur place; GBP 15 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pay up to £13.21 per hour

Employee engagement incentives

Fully paid induction

Paid DBS check

Employee recognition

Attendance bonus

Enhanced training programme

Résumé du poste

Ashmere Derbyshire Ltd’s Codnor Park care home in Derbyshire is seeking an Activity Co-ordinator to plan and deliver a varied programme of group and individual activities for residents.

A warm, patient approach, creativity and teamwork are essential, and a valid driving licence is required to accompany residents to events and support personal wishes.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient approach to older people.
• Creative, organised and full of ideas.
• Ability to work in a team and bring enthusiasm to the role.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group activities and individual sessions.
• Get to know residents and tailor activities to their preferences and needs.
• Support residents who prefer quieter activities or one-to-one companionship.
• Help residents plan and fulfil personal wishes and end-of-life wishes with sensitivity.
• Accompany residents to community events and help them participate and enjoy occasions.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to encourage participation and celebrate moments.
• Keep activity records and use feedback to develop new ideas.

Connaissances

Driving license

Description du poste

Activity Co-ordinator – Codnor Park

Location: Derbyshire | Pay: Up to £13.21 per hour

Could you bring creativity, connection and a little extra joy to our residents’ days?

We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Activity Co-ordinator to join our team at Codnor Park, an Ashmere residential care home in Derbyshire.

You’ll help residents enjoy meaningful activities that reflect their interests, abilities and life experiences. From music and crafts to gardening, outings and special celebrations, you’ll create opportunities for residents to build friendships and continue doing the things they love.

About The Role

Your role will include:

• Planning and delivering a varied programme of group activities and individual sessions.
• Getting to know residents and tailoring activities to their preferences and needs.
• Supporting residents who prefer quieter activities or individual companionship.
• Helping residents plan and fulfil personal wishes, including meaningful experiences and end-of-life wishes, with sensitivity and compassion.
• Accompanying residents to community events and communal event days, helping them participate and enjoy the occasion.
• Working with colleagues and families to encourage participation and celebrate special moments.
• Keeping activity records and using residents’ feedback to develop new ideas.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have a warm, patient approach and enjoy spending time with older people.
• Are creative, organised and full of ideas.
• Can help people feel included, valued and encouraged.
• Work well within a team and bring enthusiasm to your role.
• Hold a valid clean driving licence – this is essential for the role.

Experience in activities or a care setting would be welcome, but we’d also love to hear about relevant skills you could bring to the role.

What we offer:

• Pay of up to £13.21 per hour.
• Employee engagement incentives – earn reward points with a value in pounds.
• A fully paid, week-long induction to help you settle into your role.
• A paid DBS check.
• Employee recognition to celebrate your contribution.
• An attendance bonus.
• An enhanced training programme to support your development.

Required Criteria

• Valid Driving License

About The Company

At Ashmere, we’ve been supporting communities in Derbyshire for three generations with a proud heritage in elder care. Across our seven care homes, we deliver a full range of services including residential care, nursing, dementia support, complex continuing health care, and end-of-life care — even providing a dedicated household for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents cared by BSL-fluent staff. We tailor care plans around each individual, offering 24-hour support, nutritious meals, meaningful social and therapeutic activities, and a warm home-like atmosphere.

Our mission is simple: to offer care as if our residents were family — ensuring comfort, respect, and quality of life every day.

Company Culture

At Ashmere, our culture is rooted in kindness, family values and genuine teamwork. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, which is why we invest in staff who share our commitment to compassion, dignity and openness. We encourage collaboration, continuous learning and honest communication throughout all our homes. Whether someone works in care, catering, housekeeping or management, every role is respected and appreciated. Our aim is to create a workplace where colleagues feel supported, trusted and proud of the difference they make.

Company Benefits

When you join Ashmere, you receive full induction training, regular refresher training and ongoing professional development. We provide uniforms, pay for your DBS checks, and offer clear progression opportunities for those who want to develop their career in care. Our homes are friendly, supportive and well-equipped, helping you deliver the best possible care with confidence. We offer stable employment, a warm team environment and the chance to make a meaningful, positive impact every single day.

• Vacation
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Long service recognition
• Social Opportunities
• Culture of recognition
• On the job learning
• Progression opportunities
• Staff celebration events

Salary

Up to £13.21 per hour