Senior Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator

Bury Care Academy; Bury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Career progression

Chance to make a real difference in pe

Job summary

Alexander Care Home in Bury is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of meaningful activities for elderly residents, including those with dementia. The role focuses on person-centred approaches, promoting independence and participation.

You will build relationships with residents and families, assess interests, and collaborate with staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment within the care home. Some evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Caring, enthusiastic and compassionate nature.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage elderly people.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills for recording activities and preparing schedules.
• Understanding of person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a weekly and monthly activities programme for residents.
• Organise a range of activities including arts and crafts, exercise, games, reminiscence, music, gardening, celebrations and outings.
• Adapt activities to varying mobility and cognitive levels, including dementia.
• Encourage and support residents to participate while respecting personal choice.
• Build positive relationships with residents and understand their interests.
• Conduct assessments to identify hobbies, preferences and goals.
• Ensure activities support emotional wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.
• Provide one-to-one activities for residents who cannot join group sessions.
• Liaise with residents, relatives and staff to gather ideas and feedback.
• Promote family involvement and develop links with local groups and volunteers.
• Maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and participation.
• Complete activity care plans and risk assessments.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of activities programmes.
• Ensure safety and adherence to care home policies.
• Follow safeguarding, infection control and confidentiality requirements.
• Report concerns to the manager.
• The purpose of the role is to enhance residents' wellbeing and quality of life.

Skills

Creativity & initiative

Empathy & patience

Reliability & flexibility

Listening skills

Event planning

Engaging diverse groups

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Health & Social Care

Activities Coordination

Dementia Care

Recreation

Job description

Alexander Care Home in Bury is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of meaningful activities for elderly residents, including those with dementia. The role focuses on person-centred approaches, promoting independence and participation.

You will build relationships with residents and families, assess interests, and collaborate with staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment within the care home. Some evening/weekend work may be required.