Wellbeing & Activities Coordinator — Care Home

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd; Toseland; On-site; GBP 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hastee Pay

28 days holiday + service bonus

Life Insurance £10,000

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Reimbursement

Supportive working environment

Professional development

Job summary

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Well-being and Activities Coordinator to plan, coordinate and deliver a comprehensive wellbeing and activities programme in a care home. You will ensure residents access meaningful, person-centred activities that promote social engagement, physical and mental wellbeing.

The role reports to the Home Manager and requires a full UK driving license and eligibility; with a 40-hour week, alternating weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and delivering wellbeing and activity programmes for residents.
• Ability to tailor activities to individual needs and preferences.
• Knowledge of dementia care best practices and activity provision.
• Willingness to obtain preferred qualifications if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a varied programme of activities and wellbeing initiatives tailored to residents.
• Coordinate and deliver group and one-to-one sessions, including creative arts, reminiscence therapy, music, games, gentle exercise and outings.
• Encourage resident engagement and promote independence, dignity and choice in wellbeing.
• Work with residents, families and care staff to understand life stories and develop personalised activity plans.
• Organise events, seasonal activities and special occasions within the home.
• Build relationships with external organisations and community groups to enhance the activities programme.
• Monitor and evaluate activity effectiveness and maintain documentation in line with requirements.
• Promote health and wellbeing through movement and exercise sessions and support staff in delivering safe activities.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Leadership

Creativity

Person-centred approach

Team supervision

Dementia care knowledge

Education

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

Level 2 Seated Dance & Exercise Leader (Activcare)

First Aid Training

Care home experience

Job description

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Well-being and Activities Coordinator to plan, coordinate and deliver a comprehensive wellbeing and activities programme in a care home. You will ensure residents access meaningful, person-centred activities that promote social engagement, physical and mental wellbeing.

The role reports to the Home Manager and requires a full UK driving license and eligibility; with a 40-hour week, alternating weekends and evenings.