Resident-Centric Activities Coordinator

Colten Care; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Alternate weekends

Job summary

Colten Care in Ferndown, Dorset, is hiring an Activities Organiser to run a varied calendar of activities and support residents on trips, including weekends. The role focuses on inclusion, companionship, and coordinating with the care team to make every day meaningful for residents.

The successful candidate will be creative, patient and well-organised, with good IT skills and the ability to connect with families and the local community.

Qualifications

• Ability to create a varied calendar of activities reflecting residents' interests.
• Capability to support residents on minibus trips.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Organisational ability to plan events and encourage involvement.

Responsibilities

• Create a varied calendar of activities reflecting residents’ interests and abilities.
• Support residents on minibus trips and accompany on outings.
• Encourage inclusion in group settings and individual opportunities.
• Build relationships with residents, families and friends to understand what brings joy.
• Organise visits, outings and guests to enrich the home life.
• Collaborate with care teams to integrate activities into daily routine.
• Assist with record-keeping and administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Organization

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Colten Care in Ferndown, Dorset, is hiring an Activities Organiser to run a varied calendar of activities and support residents on trips, including weekends. The role focuses on inclusion, companionship, and coordinating with the care team to make every day meaningful for residents.

The successful candidate will be creative, patient and well-organised, with good IT skills and the ability to connect with families and the local community.