Care Home Activities Coordinator

Kingsley Healthcare Limited; Wroxham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingsley Healthcare Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an Activities Coordinator to design and run a varied programme of activities for residents, using arts, theatre, music, hospitality and events to promote wellbeing, socialisation and happiness in our care home. The role is part-time (24 hours per week) and reports to the Home Manager/ Regional Hospitality & Lifestyle Manager.

You will plan outings, support residents with limited mobility, lead volunteers and work closely with care

Qualifications

• Experience in arts/theatre/music, hospitality or event hosting.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead group activities and support residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate activities to provide a varied, engaging programme.
• Organise events and outings tailored to residents' interests.
• Provide one-to-one companionship and support for residents with limited mobility.
• Maintain records in residents' care plans and assessments.
• Collaborate with care staff, relatives and Home Manager to ensure safety and inclusivity.

Skills

Arts & culture

Organisational skills

Communication

Activity planning

Empathy

Team leadership

Education

Leisure / Lifestyle qualification

Job description

As an Activities Coordinator, you will ensure all our residents enjoy a stimulating, fulfilling and happy lifestyle. You will use your experience in the arts, theatre, music, hospitality and event hosting to create and implement a wide variety of daily activities and programmes for our residents to enjoy that also encourage wellbeing, socialisation and harmony throughout our care home.

Part Time - 24 hours per week

If you have previous experience as a Lifestyle Coordinator, Activities Coordinator or a similar role in a care, community, leisure, hospitality or event management environment, come and join our family in our care home.

Reports to: Home Manager/ Regional Hospitality & Lifestyle Manager

Key duties and responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate activities to provide a varied, engaging programme that promotes residents' wellbeing, independence and social interaction.
• Organise events and outings, including celebrations, birthdays and group activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
• Support residents' individual needs by encouraging hobbies, assisting those with limited mobility or disabilities, and providing one-to-one companionship.
• Maintain accurate records by documenting activities, completing social care assessments and recording observations in residents' care plans.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with care staff, residents, relatives and the Home Manager to ensure activities are safe, inclusive and well-coordinated.

Strong organisational skills, creativity, and the ability to think outside the box.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with residents, staff, and families.
• Knowledge of and experience in theatre, art, music, hospitality, and event hosting.
• Ability to lead group activities and manage volunteers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A high level of empathy and an understanding of the needs of elderly and disabled residents.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances and schedules.

Education and qualification

• A formal qualification in a relevant field, e.g. leisure, lifestyle, hospitality or event management, is an advantage.

What will you gain?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.