Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging activities. This role focuses on creating personalized experiences that promote wellbeing and social engagement, ensuring that each resident's needs and interests are met. The ideal candidate will be energetic, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of the elderly. With a supportive team and a vibrant work culture, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute positively to the community while enjoying various benefits, including free meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals

Access to excellent training

Discounts and lifestyle benefits

Free onsite parking

Free uniform

NEST workplace pension contributions

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Confident in delivering group and 1-to-1 activities.
• Genuinely interested in promoting independence for the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Inspiring residents to participate in meaningful engagements.
• Creating personalised activities reflecting residents' interests.
• Developing community links and arranging trips.

Skills

Group Activities Coordination

Communication Skills

Basic IT Skills

Creativity

Team Collaboration

Job description

Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator, Newmarket

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Magic Moments Team. We believe in living life to the full. That’s why we are passionate about supporting residents to participate in vibrant, stimulating activities. We call them: ‘Magic Moments’. Our Magic Moments programme encourages all-round wellbeing with a range of vibrant interactions to stimulate the Mind, Body, and Soul. The Magic Moments team plays a key role in helping our residents lead fulfilling lives, ensuring their interests and needs are met while accommodating varying levels of physical and mental ability. As a Coordinator, you will spend time getting to know residents and their families to create personalised activities focused on boosting wellbeing, independence, and social engagement.

We offer a great range of benefits, including:

• Various shifts available
• Free meals
• Access to excellent training
• Discounts and lifestyle benefits
• Free onsite parking
• Free uniform
• NEST workplace pension contributions
• Long service awards

Your responsibilities as a Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator include:

• Inspiring and motivating residents to participate in meaningful engagements
• Assessing residents' needs through meetings with them, team members, and family
• Building relationships to gather life story information and develop care plans and activities accordingly
• Creating personalised activities that reflect residents' interests and hobbies
• Supporting residents with activities that meet their individual needs, including music, exercise, and arts & crafts
• Being creative in developing new activities beyond the typical programme
• Developing community links with local groups and arranging trips and excursions
• Supporting the rollout of the Magic Moments initiatives and encouraging team involvement
• Completing activity documentation via digital and written methods

To succeed, you will be:

• Confident in delivering group and 1-to-1 activities
• A team player who engages well with others
• Genuinely interested in promoting independence and lifestyle opportunities for the elderly
• Energetic, hardworking, and adaptable
• Knowledgeable of basic IT skills
• Passionate about providing excellent service and making a difference
• Positive, with a good sense of humour