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 residents. You will be responsible for creating imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, with the aim of maximizing everyone's lifestyle, wellbeing, independence and social engagement. Main duties of the job The Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator role involves being computer literate, working closely with the community engagement team to create community links and showcase the care home, and updating the home's social media platforms. You will need to be warm, empathetic and personable, with strong organizational skills and a driven mindset to get things done and make things happen. Your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services for older people across the UK. They operate over 200 care homes and independent living sites, employing over 17,000 people. Barchester is committed to providing the best possible care and support for their residents, with a focus on celebrating life and enabling people to live fulfilling lives. Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1253599369 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Bedlington NE22 6LA Job description Job responsibilities 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. 5432 Job description Job responsibilities 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. 5432 Person Specification Qualifications Essential Similar experience would be ideal, and the successful candidate will be well supported with the training they need to develop their skills and flourish in their career. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Similar experience would be ideal, and the successful candidate will be well supported with the training they need to develop their skills and flourish in their career. 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 Bedlington NE22 6LA Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)