Peripatetic Manager North West

Orchard Care Homes; Middleton; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A well-established care provider in Middleton is looking for an Activities Coordinator to create and manage engaging activities for residents. This role involves planning events, ensuring participant safety, and building relationships with community organizations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for enhancing residents' lives through meaningful interactions and a commitment to high-quality care. They will enjoy a supportive work environment and numerous employee benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential support helpline

Pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in organizing and running activities or events.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with residents and their families.
• Ability to maintain records of program finances.

Responsibilities

• Plan and gain approval for activities from care staff and relatives.
• Run events ensuring safety and enjoyment of participants.
• Keep financial records and manage budgeting for activities.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Activities Coordinator - Langfield Care Home - Wood Street, Langley, Middleton, Greater Manchester, M24 5QH

£12.21 per hour - 24 hours per week

Introduction to the role

Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Coordinators are centre stage in homes.

Activities in our homes play vital part in maintaining the physical and mental well-being of the people living within the home. Working alongside the individuals, their families and home staff, you will create daily activities that are engaging, fun, meaningful and memory evoking.

Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities. You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.

Main Duties

• Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Publicise & communicate the programme, ensuring that all individuals have access.
• Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
• Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.
• Keep records of all finances associated with the programme, which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.
• Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.

Everything You'll Love

• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as "Making a Difference" award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that's fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that's available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Langfield Care Home

Located in Langley, a residential area between Rochdale and Manchester City Centre, Langfield care home provides residential care for those living with varying needs.

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.