Activity Coordinator – The New Wycliffe

Midlands Care; Leicester; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site car parking

Free uniform and badges

Employee discounts

Job summary

Midlands Care is seeking an Activity Coordinator at The New Wycliffe in Leicester to design and run a varied activities programme for residents, supporting wellbeing and social engagement. You will work closely with residents, families and staff to ensure activities are meaningful and inclusive.

The role requires warmth, creativity and strong organisational skills, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Warm, enthusiastic, and compassionate personality with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in activity planning within a care home, community setting, or similar role.
• Ability to motivate and engage residents with sensitivity and creativity.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of dementia care and experience working with older adults is desirable.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate a varied programme of activities tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and care needs.
• Encourage participation and engagement to support residents’ well‑being and social interaction.
• Organise group and one‑to‑one activities, including arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, outings, and themed events.
• Liaise with residents, families, and care staff to ensure activities are meaningful and enjoyable.
• Promote independence and inclusion, adapting activities to suit individual abilities.
• Build relationships with community groups, entertainers, and volunteers to enhance the activity programme.
• Maintain accurate records and evaluate the effectiveness of activities.
• Support fundraising and special events within the home.

Skills

Warm & compassionate

Activity planning

Resident motivation

Organisational skills

Dementia care knowledge

Flexible hours

Job description

# Activity Coordinator – The New Wycliffe111 Gleneagles Ave, Leicester LE4 7YJ, UKSeptember 29, 2026Full Time or Part TimeApply Now**Deadline date:**March 1, 2027£13.38 - £13.70 / hour### Job Description| | | || --- | --- | --- || | | | --- | | Activity Coordinator – The New Wycliffe | | The Activity Co‐ordinator plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for care home residents by delivering engaging, meaningful, and stimulating activities tailored to their interests and abilities. As stated in the job description, the role “supports residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being, fostering a sense of belonging, independence, and joy.” You will help create a warm, inclusive environment where residents feel valued, connected, and empowered. **Key Responsibilities** * Develop and coordinate a varied programme of activities tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and care needs. * Encourage participation and engagement to support residents’ well‐being and social interaction. * Organise group and one‐to‐one activities, including arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, outings, and themed events. * Liaise with residents, families, and care staff to ensure activities are meaningful and enjoyable. * Promote independence and inclusion, adapting activities to suit individual abilities. * Build relationships with community groups, entertainers, and volunteers to enhance the activity programme. * Maintain accurate records and evaluate the effectiveness of activities. * Support fundraising and special events within the home. **Qualifications and Skills** * A warm, enthusiastic, and compassionate personality with excellent communication skills. * Experience in activity planning within a care home, community setting, or similar role. * Ability to motivate and engage residents with sensitivity and creativity. * Strong organisational and time‐management skills. * Knowledge of dementia care and experience working with older adults is desirable. * Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to a compassionate, person‐centred care environment. If you believe you have what it takes to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents and are ready to take on a leadership role, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV through the provided link, and we will be in touch upon receiving your application. For further information, please contact our office. **Strictly- Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship.** | || About Midlands Care At Midlands Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support within our group of care homes throughout the Midlands. Certified as Investors in People (2024), we pride ourselves on our commitment to nurturing both our residents and our team members. Our core values – Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all. Our priorities are centred around Customer, Colleague, and Community, reflecting our holistic approach towards all. We offer our employees a range of benefits designed to enhance their professional and personal lives: * Competitive rates of pay * Robust pension scheme * Our very own Learning Academy, which offers comprehensive development programmes and clinical training * Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your loved ones * Exceptional working environment * On-site car parking * Free uniform and badges * Access to thousands of online and high street discounts * Support from a highly qualified management team dedicated to helping you succeed and grow in your role * Proud promoters of our Diversity, Equality and Inclusion agenda Join Midlands Care and become part of a team that values togetherness, maintains a positive attitude, and approaches every task with compassion. |