Vibrant Activities Lead (Part-Time, Care Home)

Bupa; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Bupa Hatfield Peverel Care Home in Chelmsford is seeking an Activity Coordinator to craft a vibrant, person-centred activity programme for residents. You will design engaging events such as arts, crafts, book clubs and gentle exercise, and work with care teams to tailor plans.

You will run sessions, manage an activities planner within a budget, arrange outings with local performers, organise celebrations, and support the home’s social media presence.

Qualifications

• Creative thinker able to manage budgets and paperwork.
• Genuine care for others with enthusiasm and humour.
• Ability to plan and run activities within a budget.

Responsibilities

• Run morning and afternoon activity sessions.
• Produce and update an activity planner within a set budget.
• Organise birthday surprises for residents.
• Coordinate with external companies and local performers for events.
• Arrange one-to-ones, reminiscence tools, puzzles, reading, or chats.
• Support the home’s social media channels as required.

Job description

Bupa Hatfield Peverel Care Home in Chelmsford is seeking an Activity Coordinator to craft a vibrant, person-centred activity programme for residents. You will design engaging events such as arts, crafts, book clubs and gentle exercise, and work with care teams to tailor plans.

You will run sessions, manage an activities planner within a budget, arrange outings with local performers, organise celebrations, and support the home’s social media presence.