Engagement & Activities Coordinator (Dementia Care)

Alex Wood House Care Home; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

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Job summary

Alex Wood House Care Home is seeking an Activities Coordinator (Lifestyles Assistant) to drive a meaningful activities programme across our home in Cambridge. You will engage residents, schedule events and support the wider team to ensure everyone participates with dignity and respect.

The role focuses on person-centred care, dementia awareness and team leadership. A friendly, proactive approach will help create memorable moments for our residents every day.

Qualifications

• Experience of organising and scheduling programmes of events or activities, ideally within a healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication skills with a genuine passion for enhancing residents' lives.
• Knowledge of dementia is highly advantageous.
• Proven track record for leading, empowering, supporting & motivating a team.

Responsibilities

• Champion person centered care with all team members to empower residents to make lifestyle choices.
• Actively engage with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices.
• Lead and support the activities programme to include all residents according to individual needs.

Skills

Communication

Organising activities

Team leadership

Resident engagement

Dementia knowledge

Person-centred care

Job description

Alex Wood House Care Home is seeking an Activities Coordinator (Lifestyles Assistant) to drive a meaningful activities programme across our home in Cambridge. You will engage residents, schedule events and support the wider team to ensure everyone participates with dignity and respect.

The role focuses on person-centred care, dementia awareness and team leadership. A friendly, proactive approach will help create memorable moments for our residents every day.