Creative Activities Lead - Senior Care & Dementia Support

Care Concern Group; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Maples Care Home in Bexleyheath is seeking an Activities Lead on a 30-hour per week contract to develop and deliver a high-quality, person-centred activities programme for residents, including those living with dementia.

You will plan group and one-to-one activities, build relationships with residents and the wider team, keep records, and continuously improve the programme within Care Concern Group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Activities Coordinator or similar role is essential.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver engaging activities and events.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confident, creative and proactive approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group and one-to-one activities tailored to individuals.
• Deliver meaningful and inclusive activities that promote participation and social interaction.
• Work with the Home Manager and wider team to ensure activities are organised, aligned with care plans and well documented.
• Maintain accurate records and continuously review and improve the programme.

Skills

Activities coordination

Engagement planning

Organisation

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Dementia care

Creativity

Proactivity

Job description

Maples Care Home in Bexleyheath is seeking an Activities Lead on a 30-hour per week contract to develop and deliver a high-quality, person-centred activities programme for residents, including those living with dementia.

You will plan group and one-to-one activities, build relationships with residents and the wider team, keep records, and continuously improve the programme within Care Concern Group.