Activity Coordinator

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

Job summary

A leading care home provider is looking for an Activities Coordinator to plan and run engaging events for residents at their Warrington location. This role is key in promoting the well-being of residents through creativity and interaction. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, with a knack for organizing a variety of group activities and ensuring resident safety during outings. The company values employee development and offers various discounts and support programs.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping, dining, and travel

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Qualifications

• Outgoing personality with the ability to engage individuals.
• Experience in coordinating activities or events preferred.
• Ability to work with various stakeholders including staff, families, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and gain approval for a varied program of events.
• Run all events considering patient safety and enjoyment.
• Accompany residents on outings, ensuring care and safety standards.
• Keep detailed financial records related to the activity program.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Event planning

Creativity

Empathy

Safety awareness

Job description

Nook Lane, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 1NT

Are you out going, 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 – Three Bridges Nursing Home Nook Lane, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 1NT

£12.21 per hour - 24 hours per week

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 Coordinators 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.

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.
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future

Three Bridges is located in the residential suburb of Latchford, approximately one mile south‑east of Warrington town centre and close by to both the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal.

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and 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 will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.