Resident Wellbeing & Activities Lead

Nellsar Careers; Deal; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Nellsar is seeking a Recreation & Wellbeing Lead for St Winifreds Care Home, Deal, Kent. You will lead the development of a varied programme of activities to support residents’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, working with the Home Manager to tailor plans to individual needs.

You will manage the Recreation and Wellbeing Team, coordinate events, track records and ensure GDPR compliance. This on-site role is 32 hours per week, including every other weekend; hourly rate to be discussed

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, or well-being roles is preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and coordinate events.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to resident-centred care and GDPR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate a varied timetable of meaningful activities, events and outings.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities that interest them, while respecting individual choice and ability.
• Work with residents and relatives to gather life story information and use this to create person-centred activity plans.
• Organise entertainment, outings, celebrations and special events in partnership with the Home Manager.
• Encourage a whole-home approach, involving care, housekeeping, kitchen and other teams in activities wherever possible.
• Build positive relationships with local community groups and organisations to support resident inclusion and well-being.
• Manage the activities budget responsibly and ensure the home is well stocked with appropriate recreation equipment.
• Lead, support and develop the Recreation and Well-Being Team, including rotas, regular supervisions and annual appraisals.
• Maintain accurate records of residents' activities and social and well-being care plans.
• Ensure photographs and other activity information are recorded in line with Nellsar's GDPR and consent procedures.

Skills

Creativity

Empathy

Communication

Organised

Team leadership

Independent working

Job description

Nellsar is seeking a Recreation & Wellbeing Lead for St Winifreds Care Home, Deal, Kent. You will lead the development of a varied programme of activities to support residents’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, working with the Home Manager to tailor plans to individual needs.

You will manage the Recreation and Wellbeing Team, coordinate events, track records and ensure GDPR compliance. This on-site role is 32 hours per week, including every other weekend; hourly rate to be discussed