Activity Partner - Penketh

We Change Lives; Warrington; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Blue Light Card

Refer a friend

Enhanced night/holiday pay

Wellbeing support

Job summary

We Change Lives is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator for their care homes in the Northwest. You will plan engaging activities for residents, including those living with dementia, from arts and crafts to outings, aiming to keep them active and connected.

The role offers a permanent 30-hour contract, with Monday–Sunday shifts and a £250 welcome bonus. Training will be provided to support you in delivering meaningful experiences daily.

Qualifications

• A caring, positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Creativity and confidence to lead group and one-to-one activities.
• An interest in working with elderly people and people living with dementia.
• Previous experience in a care or activities role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities that reflect each resident's interests, abilities and life experiences.
• Organise arts and crafts, music sessions, games, gentle exercise, celebrations and outings.
• Support residents to stay active, connected and engaged.
• Lead group and one-to-one activities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication

Organisational skills

Creativity

Lead activities

Interest in elderly/dementia

Job description

Activities Co-ordinator

Make every Day meaningful

We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and creative Activities Co-ordinator to join our friendly team at Heathside & The Mews Care Homes.

In this rewarding role, you'll help create enjoyable and meaningful experiences for older people, including those living with dementia. From arts and crafts and music sessions to games, gentle exercise, celebrations and community outings, you'll support residents to stay active, connected and engaged.

No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference by planning activities that reflect each resident's interests, abilities and life experiences.

• £12.71 per hour
• Permanent contract - 30 hours per week
• Monday - Sunday
• £250 Welcome Bonus

Why join We Change Lives?

Permanent 30 hour contract

£250 Welcome Bonus

Paid Qualifications

Free Blue Light Card

£200 Refer a Friend

Enhanced night and Christmas pay

24/7 GP and wellbeing support

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Creativity and confidence to lead group and one-to-one activities.
• An interest in working with elderly people and people living with dementia.
• Previous experience in a care or activities role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

More About We Change Lives

We Change Lives (WCL) is a remarkable charity based in Northwest England, dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people, those with dementia, and individuals experiencing mental health issues. Our mission is to enable people to lead their best lives in purposeful, healthy, and fulfilling ways. We achieve this by providing compassionate support through our residential homes, supported living schemes, and various community-based services.