Activity Coordinator

Orchard Care Homes; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care facility in Chesterfield is seeking an Activities Coordinator for 29 hours a week. You will plan and run engaging activities to enhance residents' physical and mental well-being. We require experience in working with dementia, strong communication skills, and an outgoing personality. This is a part-time position offering £12.21 per hour.

Benefits

Access to Blue Light Discount Card

Free Uniform

Career progression opportunities

Free Uniform and car parking

24/7 Employee Support Hub

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with dementia.
• Ability to create engaging activities for residents.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and gain approval for activities tailored to residents.
• Run events considering safety and enjoyment.
• Manage finances associated with activities.
• Coordinate external performers and manage transportation for outings.

Skills

Experience working with dementia

Outgoing personality

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3BQ

Overview

Activity Coordinator — Chatsworth Lodge Care Home, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3BQ. Job Type Part Time. Job Category: Activities. Shift Type: Days. Closing Date: 28 November 2025. Pay: £12.21 per hour.

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Are you outgoing, love to stand up in front of a crowd and have an imagination like no other?

The role of an Activities Co-ordinator might be your casting call!

Activities Coordinator – Chatsworth Lodge Care Home in Chesterfield — 29 hours per week

£12.21 per hour

Location: Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3BQ

We are not able to offer Sponsorship for this position.

Introduction to the role

Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Co-ordinators are centre stage in homes.

Activities in our homes play vital part in maintaining the physical and mental well-being of the people living within the home. Working alongside the individuals, their families and home staff, you will create daily activities that are engaging, fun, meaningful and memory evoking.

Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities. You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.

Must have experience working with dementia.

Main Duties

• Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Publicise & communicate the programme, ensuring that all individuals have access.
• Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
• Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.
• Keep records of all finances associated with the programme, which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.
• Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.

About Orchard Care Homes

With easy access and links to the centre of the market town of Chesterfield, Derbyshire, Chatsworth Lodge provides care for up to 40 older people needing additional support in daily life.

Winner of the Gold trophy for Best Smaller Care Home Group at the CHA (Care Home Awards) 2021.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development is actively encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Benefits

• Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
• Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
• Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognising our dedicated staff team.
• Free Uniform and car parking.
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.

At Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to find out more about our wide range of benefits.

Chatsworth Lodge Care Home in Chesterfield

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