Regional Activities Co-Ordinator

Restful Homes; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care organization in the UK seeks a dynamic Activities Coordinator to lead and inspire teams across multiple homes. Responsibilities include planning engaging activity programs, managing budgets, and ensuring quality assurance. Candidates must possess strong event planning skills, a full UK driving licence, and a creative flair. The role offers professional development opportunities and a collaborative team culture. This is an essential position aimed at enhancing the lives of residents through meaningful activities and joyful experiences.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Ongoing professional development

Friendly team culture

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a similar role within care or events.
• Strong event planning and coordination skills essential.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support activities teams across 9 homes.
• Assist in development and delivery of meaningful activities.
• Manage activities budgets effectively.
• Oversee social media content for activities.

Skills

Event planning and coordination

Interpersonal and communication skills

Team leadership

Creativity

Budget management

Social media proficiency

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Please note: we so not offer sponsorship at the moment so you must be residing within the UK to be considered for this role.

The post holder will be responsible for leading, supporting and inspiring our activities teams across our 9 sites in the West Midlands. This dynamic role is perfect for someone with a creative flair, is highly organised, a background in care and a bubbly personality who thrives on bringing joy to the lives of others.

You will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our residents through the development and coordination of vibrant activity programs, while also mentoring and motivating on‑site activities teams. This is a regional role requiring travel between homes, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Team Leadership & Support:

• Lead and support our activities teams across 9 homes.
• Conduct regular supervisions and one‑to‑one meetings.
• Support with the recruitment and onboarding of new activities staff.
• Provide coaching and motivation to ensure high standards of resident engagement.

Activity Planning & Delivery:

• Assist in the development and delivery of meaningful daily, weekly and seasonal activities for residents, ensuring inclusivity and enjoyment.
• Oversee the coordination of larger regional events including Easter, Halloween, Christmas, and Summer Fetes.
• Ensure all activities are person‑centred and promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well‑being.

Event & Budget Management:

• Manage the activities budgets effectively, ensuring good value and quality.
• Source and manage suppliers and equipment for activities.
• Support homes in planning and delivering in‑house events.

Marketing & Communication:

• Oversee and contribute to social media content related to our activities and events.
• Work with the teams to promote activities and events internally and externally.
• Celebrate successes and milestones across the homes through engaging content.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of activities provided across the homes.
• Ensure all activity programs comply with relevant care standards and company policies.
• Promote feedback from residents, families and staff to improve service delivery.

These duties are not exhaustive. Job holders may be asked to undertake other responsibilities, within their spheres of responsibility and competence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in a similar role within care, community services, or events (1 year)
• Strong event planning and coordination skills (essential)
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams with enthusiasm and empathy. (leadership 1 year)
• Highly organised, creative and self‑motivated.
• Confident with social media platforms and promoting events online.
• Experience managing budgets and sourcing supplies or services.
• A positive, bubbly personality and a passion for making a difference.
• Understanding of Dementia and Challenging Behaviour would be an advantage

WHAT WE OFFER

• A rewarding and varied role with real impact.
• Ongoing professional development and support.
• Travel expenses covered (mileage allowance).
• Friendly and collaborative team culture.