Senior Activities Lead - Dementia & Elder Care

Peoplebank; Bearsden; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Westerton Care Home is seeking an experienced Activities Lead to deliver a varied, engaging, and person-centred activities programme for residents, supporting wellbeing and social engagement. You will plan and adapt activities to meet individual interests and needs, including those living with dementia, in a warm and stimulating environment.

The role requires delivering a range of group and one-to-one activities, building relationships with residents, and collaborating with the care team to

Qualifications

• Previous experience delivering activities within a care home or similar care environment is essential.
• A genuine understanding of the importance of meaningful activities within a care setting.
• Experience planning and delivering activities for older people, including residents living with dementia.
• Proven experience organising and supporting events and activities within a care environment.
• Ability to develop activities around residents' individual interests, abilities and care needs.
• Creative, enthusiastic and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while working effectively as part of the wider care team.
• Full UK Driving Licence held for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a wide range of group and one-to-one activities, ensuring they are engaging, inclusive and tailored to residents' interests and care needs.
• From creative and social activities to outings, celebrations and special events, you will play a key role in creating a warm, stimulating and enjoyable environment for our residents.
• Build strong relationships with residents and get to know their individual interests, personalities and preferences, working closely with the Home Manager and wider care team to ensure activities complement care plans.
• Maintain accurate activity records, encourage participation and continually review the programme to ensure it remains varied, effective and responsive to residents.

Skills

Care experience

Organisation

Creative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Driving licence

Job description

Westerton Care Home is seeking an experienced Activities Lead to deliver a varied, engaging, and person-centred activities programme for residents, supporting wellbeing and social engagement. You will plan and adapt activities to meet individual interests and needs, including those living with dementia, in a warm and stimulating environment.

The role requires delivering a range of group and one-to-one activities, building relationships with residents, and collaborating with the care team to