Activities Lead

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Marine View Lodge Care Home is seeking an Activities Lead to develop and deliver a high quality, person-centred activities programme for residents, including those living with dementia. You will plan group and individual activities, build relationships to promote participation, and work closely with the Home Manager to ensure alignment with care plans.

The role requires creativity, strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain records and continuously improve the programme.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Activities Coordinator or similar role is essential.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities and events.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confident, creative and proactive approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a high quality, person-centred activities programme.
• Plan and lead group and one-to-one activities tailored to individual needs.
• Build relationships to enable participation and social interaction.
• Collaborate with the Home Manager to ensure activities align with care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and review the programme to keep it engaging.

Skills

Activities coordination

Event planning

Time management

Creative mindset

Communication skills

Dementia care experience

Job description

Marine View Lodge Care Home is a modern, purpose built 80 bed care home in New Brighton, Merseyside, delivering high quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care within a warm, supportive and person centred environment.

• £13.71 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Activities Lead, you will take responsibility for developing and delivering a high quality, engaging and person centred activities programme. The role plays a key part in enhancing wellbeing, promoting independence and creating a positive, stimulating environment.

You will plan and lead both group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs, including those living with dementia. Building strong relationships will enable you to deliver meaningful and inclusive activities that encourage participation and social interaction.

Working closely with the Home Manager and wider team, you will ensure activities are well organised, consistent and aligned with individual care plans. You will also maintain accurate records and continuously review and improve the programme to ensure it remains engaging and effective.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in an Activities Coordinator or similar role is essential
• Proven ability to plan and deliver engaging activities and events
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident, creative and proactive approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting older people, including those living with dementia

About us

Marine View Lodge Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values

Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.