Engaging Activities Coordinator - Elder Care

We Change Lives; Warrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Blue Light Card

£200 Refer a Friend

Enhanced night and Christmas pay

24/7 GP and wellbeing support

Job summary

We Change Lives is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator for Heathside & The Mews Care Homes in Northwest England. You will plan and lead arts, crafts, music, games, gentle exercise, celebrations and community outings to help residents stay active, connected and engaged, including those living with dementia.

The role offers a permanent contract, 30 hours per week, with a pay of £12.71 per hour and a £250 welcome bonus.

Qualifications

• Caring, positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Creativity and confidence to lead group and one-to-one activities.
• Interest in working with elderly people and people living with dementia.
• Full training provided; previous care experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead arts and crafts, music sessions, games and gentle exercise for residents, including those with dementia.
• Organise celebrations and community outings to keep residents active, connected and engaged.
• Create meaningful experiences by tailoring activities to each resident's interests and abilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Creativity

Interest in elderly care

Job description

We Change Lives is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator for Heathside & The Mews Care Homes in Northwest England. You will plan and lead arts, crafts, music, games, gentle exercise, celebrations and community outings to help residents stay active, connected and engaged, including those living with dementia.

The role offers a permanent contract, 30 hours per week, with a pay of £12.71 per hour and a £250 welcome bonus.