Creative Activities Coordinator – Elder Care & Wellbeing

Peoplebank; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG check

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Meadowvale Care Home in Bathgate, West Lothian, is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance daily life through engaging, person-centred activities for residents, including those living with dementia. You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities tailored to interests, abilities and care needs.

This role offers training and support, works with the wider team to create a positive, inclusive environment, and requires strong communication, organisation and a

Qualifications

• Creative, organised and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Genuine interest in supporting older people.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in activities or related roles is beneficial; transferable skills encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities.
• Tailor activities to individual interests, abilities and care needs.
• Build relationships to understand preferences and promote inclusion.
• Contribute to a positive, stimulating environment with the wider team.
• Provide training and support as needed to develop in the role.

Skills

Creative

Organisation

Enthusiasm

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Activity planning

Independent work

Teamwork

Care for older people

Job description

Meadowvale Care Home in Bathgate, West Lothian, is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance daily life through engaging, person-centred activities for residents, including those living with dementia. You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities tailored to interests, abilities and care needs.

This role offers training and support, works with the wider team to create a positive, inclusive environment, and requires strong communication, organisation and a