Senior Activities Lead – Elder Care & Community

Orders of St. John Care Trust; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher weekend rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend up to £1000

Blue Light Card & My Rewards

Job summary

Westgate House in Wallingford is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan and run a lively programme of activities for residents. You will tailor events to individual needs, promoting independence and social interaction in a home-like setting.

You’ll collaborate with care colleagues, relatives and the local community to attract participation and create memorable experiences for residents across residential, nursing and dementia care.

Qualifications

• Experience creating, organising and delivering events or activities.
• Ability to engage with elderly residents in a residential setting.
• Confident in involving team, relatives and the local community.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver an ongoing programme of activities and events.
• Tailor activities to meet individual resident needs and promote independence.
• Work with the care team to engage residents and encourage participation.

Skills

Engaging residents

Event planning

Community engagement

Job description

Westgate House in Wallingford is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan and run a lively programme of activities for residents. You will tailor events to individual needs, promoting independence and social interaction in a home-like setting.

You’ll collaborate with care colleagues, relatives and the local community to attract participation and create memorable experiences for residents across residential, nursing and dementia care.