Activity Coordinator

Welford Healthcare Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the quality of life for residents in a caring environment. This role involves creating and leading engaging activities tailored to individual needs, promoting social interaction, and ensuring a vibrant community atmosphere. You will be responsible for coordinating special events, maintaining resident records, and fostering a sense of belonging among residents. Join a dedicated team focused on providing quality care and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. If you have a passion for creativity and community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Workplace pension

Free DBS

Free Uniform

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering activities for residents.
• Ability to assess individual needs and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead activities that promote social interaction.
• Coordinate celebrations and assess residents' needs.
• Maintain records and produce newsletters.

Skills

Activity Planning

Social Interaction Promotion

Creative Thinking

Communication Skills

Transporting Residents

MS Word

Outlook

Education

Relevant Experience in Care

Training in Activity Coordination

Tools

Minibus

Resident Records Management

Job description

Activities Coordinator

Hours: 33 hours per week – Alternate Weekends

Location: Ivy Bank House, Bath, BA2 5NF

We are looking for an Activities Coordinator to join our Care Home team. The Activities Coordinator is responsible for delivering a programme of thoughtfully designed activities and events that promote social interaction and independence for our residents.

Through careful assessment of each resident’s individual needs and abilities, the Activities Coordinator will design and lead group and one-to-one activities which enhance quality of life for each resident.

Responsibilities of the Activities Coordinator:

1. Thoughtfully devise/arrange appropriate activities and entertainment/speakers within set budget.
2. Co-ordinate birthday and special celebrations for all residents.
3. Assess and meet individual residents’ needs through leading group activities within and outside the home.
4. Being inclusive, forward thinking, creative and delivering activities and occupations that meet and cater for residents’ preferences.
5. Liaise with staff/managers on matters regarding resident care and social needs.
6. Transport residents to external activities, driving the company minibus.
7. Plan and provide exercise/movement to music sessions in the home.
8. Produce a monthly resident newsletter, using MS Word and Outlook.
9. Review and keep up to date the relevant resident records, assessing resident enjoyment and preferences and the effectiveness of activity.
10. Maintain and update communications within the home which promote and celebrate social activity.

Benefits of the Activities Coordinator:

1. Comprehensive induction programme
2. Ongoing training and development
3. Workplace pension
4. Free DBS
5. Free Uniform
6. Free on-site parking

About Us

Welford Healthcare was founded in 2017 with the goal of building a boutique collection of quality care homes across the UK. Our strategy is to grow our business by acquiring mature care homes with quality foundations and strong potential for improvement and by investing in our people and our properties to ensure our homes are always inviting and homely. Our primary and enduring purpose is to provide good quality care for vulnerable adults.

Our senior leadership team has extensive experience of operating, opening, and acquiring quality care homes with proven track records in regulatory compliance and running commercially successful businesses where meeting the needs and ensuring the happiness of our residents and our teams are the cornerstones of our approach.