Creative Activities Coordinator for Dementia Care & Wellbeing

Care Concern Group; High Peak; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Watford House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, in High Peak, seeks an Activities Coordinator to enhance daily life through engaging, person-centred activities for residents, including those living with dementia. The role offers a supportive team and training, with a schedule that includes alternate weekends.

The successful candidate will plan, deliver and tailor activities to individual interests, building relationships and promoting wellbeing and social interaction in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Creative, organised and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.
• A genuine interest in supporting older people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities.
• Tailor activities to individual interests, abilities and care needs.
• Build strong relationships with residents and understand preferences.
• Support wellbeing, independence and social interaction, including those living with dementia.
• Work as part of the wider team with training and support provided.
• Be available to work alternate weekends.

Skills

Creative

Organised

Enthusiastic

Strong communication

Activity planning

Team player

Care for older people

Job description

Watford House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, in High Peak, seeks an Activities Coordinator to enhance daily life through engaging, person-centred activities for residents, including those living with dementia. The role offers a supportive team and training, with a schedule that includes alternate weekends.

The successful candidate will plan, deliver and tailor activities to individual interests, building relationships and promoting wellbeing and social interaction in a caring environment.