Lead Activities Coordinator - Elder Care & Community

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Care is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator at Hill House Care Home to lead a varied, person-centred activities programme for residents. You will tailor activities to individual needs, manage a planner, and work to a set budget.

The role focuses on encouraging participation, maintaining residents’ independence, and organising events inside and outside the home with community links. Previous care home activity experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in working with the elderly to enhance their wellbeing.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• The ability to work autonomously and deliver on time.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• An appreciation of the need for confidentiality in line with GDPR protocol.
• Enthusiasm and willingness.
• Previous Care Home and engagement / activities experience.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Previous experience of administration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Update the activities planner in conjunction with the Activities Lead, working to a set budget.
• Ensure the activity and social programme incorporates weekends.
• Supporting residents and encouraging them to join in group activities such as bingo, tea pot afternoon, games and quizzes
• Liaise with relatives and staff regarding special individual requirements, such as birthdays and anniversaries, cultural and religious festivals and celebrations, and be aware of the religious calendar that may affect activity pursuits.
• Liaise with local community organisations and organise materials and logistics for planned events, performers and trips out.
• Perform one to one meetings with residents on life history, reading, poetry, or reminiscence activities.
• Work as an active team member within the home to ensure highest standard of care.
• Update care plans with activity notes and manage emails, printing and ordering materials.
• Undertake other duties within your area of competence as required by the Manager.

Skills

Interest in elderly care

Communication

Autonomous

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Enthusiasm

Care home experience

Telephone manners

Administration experience

Job description

Carey Care is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator at Hill House Care Home to lead a varied, person-centred activities programme for residents. You will tailor activities to individual needs, manage a planner, and work to a set budget.

The role focuses on encouraging participation, maintaining residents’ independence, and organising events inside and outside the home with community links. Previous care home activity experience is preferred.