Description
Would you like to be a part of something meaningful?
We are searching for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring Head of Activities & Lifestyle to join our friendly team at Merryfield House Nursing Home and lead a range of meaningful lifestyle events and activities for our residents.
Employee Benefits
At Peverel Court Care, our team mean the world to us. That’s why we are committed to providing an outstanding, well-rounded employee benefits package to make sure we care for our team, while they care for our residents.
* Excellent remuneration packages
* Paid e-learning
* 24/7 access to an online GP
* Team-building social events and experiences
* Rewards and recognition scheme
* Monthly off-site massage
* Referral scheme - earn up to £500 per successful referral
* Company sponsorship for professional and academic qualifications
* Complimentary fresh fruits and snacks
* On-site parking
* Cycle to work scheme
* Automatic enrolment to workplace pension
What to expect in this role
As Head of Activities and Lifestyle at Merryfield House Nursing Home, you will be responsible, under the direction of the Registered Manager, for planning, organizing, and delivering a diverse range of activities that are tailored to the individual needs and preferences of our residents.
You will be compassionate and outgoing with a natural ability to connect with people, building meaningful relationships with both residents and relatives. We offer a diverse and engaging programme of events and outings designed to enrich the lives of our residents, including visits to local stately homes, theatres, and other places of interest. Additionally, we provide a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, physiotherapy, exercise classes, home cinema entertainment, and IT classes, all aimed at promoting physical, mental, and social well-being.
40 hours per week
Approximately £27,000 per annum
What we expect of you
* To ensure the wellbeing of the residents and to maximise their quality of life by aiding and encouraging each resident to reach their full potential.
* To promote good working practices and to perform duties competently and in accordance with company policies so ensuring a safe and secure environment for both residents and staff.
* That any accident is dealt with effectively and that correct reporting procedures are followed.
* Demonstrate outstanding time management, problem solving, organisational and prioritisation skills.
* Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), and confidence communicating with people at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality when required
* A strong service mindset and flexible can-do approach.
* Strong judgement and decision-making ability
* Have energy, enthusiasm and confidence to take the initiative
Peverel Court Care provides exceptional elderly care in exclusive settings, delivered by talented and compassionate people. A long standing family business, with a reputation for an uncompromising focus on the standards of care, and the happiness of our residents their families and our staff. We respect individuals and their contribution to society. Through choice and reassurance our residents feel at the heart of the home. Our approach to finding, developing and retaining our staff, together with the personal surroundings of our properties, make us Peverel Court Care, the benchmark in premium care.