Job summary As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables the care home to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for its residents. The role involves devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability to celebrate life and maximize the residents' wellbeing, independence and social engagement. Main duties of the job The role of a Bank Activities Coordinator at Barchester Healthcare involves planning and delivering a range of engaging activities for residents in a care home setting. You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable, with strong organisational skills and a driven mindset to ensure activities are tailored to the needs and interests of the residents. The role requires creativity and enthusiasm to inspire both residents and staff to participate in activities, both within the home and in the local community. About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of residential healthcare, operating over 200 care homes across the country. The organisation is committed to delivering person-centred care and supporting the independence and wellbeing of its residents. As an employer, Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.27 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1180179605 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Eastbourne BN23 6JF Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank 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. 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 Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. 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. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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 ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank 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. 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 Bank Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as a Bank Activities Coordinator. 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. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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 While previous experience in a similar role would be ideal, it is not essential. Barchester Healthcare will provide the necessary training and support to help you develop the skills required to succeed in the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential While previous experience in a similar role would be ideal, it is not essential. Barchester Healthcare will provide the necessary training and support to help you develop the skills required to succeed 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 Eastbourne BN23 6JF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)