Well-Being and Activities Coordinator

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd; March; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hastee Pay

28 days holiday

Life Insurance £10,000

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Reimbursement

Professional development

Opportunity to make a difference

Job summary

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd is recruiting a Well-being and Activities Coordinator for Wendreth Court Care Home in March. The role focuses on planning and delivering a comprehensive wellbeing programme to residents, including social, physical, and cognitive activities.

You will work with residents, families, and staff to tailor activities to individual needs, promote engagement and independence, and support community links.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Creative, energetic, and person-centred approach to planning activities.
• Experience working in care settings with older people/dementia is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a varied wellbeing and activities programme tailored to residents.
• Coordinate group and one-to-one sessions including arts, reminiscence therapy, music, games, and gentle exercise.
• Promote independence, dignity and choice in all wellbeing aspects.
• Develop personalised activity plans with input from residents and families.
• Organise events and celebrations within the home.
• Build relationships with external organisations to enhance activities.
• Monitor and evaluate activity effectiveness and maintain proper documentation.
• Support safe physical activity where qualified.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Leadership

Creative, person-centred approach

Education

NAPA Level 2 or 3 / Award in Supporting Activity Provision in Social Care

Level 2 Seated Dance & Exercise Leader (Activcare) or related qualification

First aid training

Job description

Job Title: Well-being and Activities Coordinator

Location: Wendreth Court, March, PE15

Salary: £13 per hour, a wide range of health & wellbeing benefits, employee perks, and the opportunity to develop & progress

Job Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, alternate weekends, evenings

Reports to:Home Manager

* Applicants must hold a full UK driving license and be 25 years or older for insurance purposes

About the Role

The Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of a comprehensive wellbeing and activities programme within the care home. The role ensures residents have access to meaningful, person-centred activities that promote social engagement, physical and mental wellbeing, and overall quality of life. The Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator, will act as the main point of contact for wellbeing provision within the home.

What We Offer (Terms and Conditions apply to our benefits and perks)

• Hastee Pay - withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday whenever you want
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), and 1 extra day’s holiday for every year of service up to a maximum of 5 additional days.
• Life Insurance cover of £10,000
• Pension Scheme
• Automatic entry into ourEmployee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advice on child support, financial advice, mental health, health and wellbeing
• Blue Light Card Reimbursement
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of residents by supporting their wellbeing and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a varied programme of activities and wellbeing initiatives tailored to the individual needs, preferences, and abilities of residents.
• Coordinate and deliver group and one-to-one sessions, including creative arts, reminiscence therapy, music, games, gentle exercise, and community outings.
• Encourage resident engagement and promote independence, dignity, and choice in all aspects of wellbeing.
• Work closely with residents, families, and care staff to understand individual life stories and develop personalised activity plans.
• Organise and celebrate events, seasonal activities, and special occasions within the home.
• Build positive relationships with external organisations, entertainers, and community groups to enhance the activities programme.
• Monitor, record, and evaluate the effectiveness of activities, maintaining accurate documentation in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Promote health and wellbeing through movement and exercise sessions, where qualified, and support colleagues in delivering safe, enjoyable physical activity.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Creative, energetic, and person-centred approach to planning activities.

Desirable

• NAPA Level 2 or 3, Award in Supporting Activity Provision in Social Care, or willingness to work towards this
• Experience working in a care home or similar setting, supporting older people and/or those living with dementia.

• Level 2 Seated Dance & Exercise Leader (Activcare) or a recognised exercise-related qualification
• Experience supervising or coordinating a team
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices
• First aid training

Wendreth Court

Situated in the heart of March, Cambridgeshire, Wendreth Court Care Home stands as a sanctuary of comfort and well-being. This modern facility offers 54 ensuite bedrooms spread across two inviting floors. Our comprehensive care services encompass dementia care, residential care, respite care, and end-of-life care, catering to a diverse range of needs.

About Glenholme

Glenholme Healthcare is a well-established and highly regarded social and residential care provider for older people. Our colleagues come from many different sectors to provide essential care for older, vulnerable individuals, helping them continue to lead meaningful lives.

Glenholme offers an opportunity and training to allow you to play an important and meaningful role working with older adults with physical disabilities or those living with dementia.

This job requires an Enhanced DBS to be carried out.

Job code: GHWEN2