Job summary As a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables the delivery of exceptional all-round care and support for the residents. You'll be responsible for devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, and for updating the home's social media platforms. Main duties of the job You'll need to be warm, empathetic, and personable to join us in this role. Your organizational skills and driven mindset mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire the residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Similar experience would be ideal, and you will be well supported with the training you need to develop your skills and flourish in your career with us. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, committed to delivering exceptional care and support to its residents. The company values its employees and offers a range of benefits and rewards to recognize their dedication and contributions. Date posted 22 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £10 to £12 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1194605114 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Newark NG22 8BX Job description Job responsibilities Part time role 21 hours ABOUT THE ROLE As a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. You will be computer literate and able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our Home, you will also be responsible for updating the homes social media platforms. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's lifestyle, wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us in this role. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Similar experience would be ideal and you will be well supported with the training you need to develop your skills and flourish in your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Job description Job responsibilities Part time role 21 hours ABOUT THE ROLE As a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. You will be computer literate and able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our Home, you will also be responsible for updating the homes social media platforms. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's lifestyle, wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us in this role. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Similar experience would be ideal and you will be well supported with the training you need to develop your skills and flourish in your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant experience in a similar role, as well as computer literacy and the ability to work closely with the community engagement team, are desirable. The successful candidate will be provided with the necessary training and support to excel in the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant experience in a similar role, as well as computer literacy and the ability to work closely with the community engagement team, are desirable. The successful candidate will be provided with the necessary training and support to excel in the role. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Newark NG22 8BX Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)