Job summary As a Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables the team to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for the residents. You will be responsible for devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability to celebrate life and maximize the residents' lifestyle, wellbeing, independence and social engagement. Main duties of the job The Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator will be computer literate and able to work closely with the community engagement team to create community links and showcase the care home. They will also be responsible for updating the home's social media platforms. This is an extremely rewarding role, where the coordinator will spend time getting to know the residents and their families before creating tailored activity programmes. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. They operate over 200 care homes and retirement villages, employing over 17,000 staff dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to their residents. Barchester is committed to creating a stimulating and enriching environment for their residents, and the Lifestyle Enrichment & Activities Coordinator plays a crucial role in achieving this. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.62 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1244420947 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Cardiff CF3 2UQ Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE Shift Pattern: 08:30-17:00 - 32 hours per week, alternate weekend working required. 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 ABOUT THE ROLE Shift Pattern: 08:30-17:00 - 32 hours per week, alternate weekend working required. 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 You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join 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 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 Barchester. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join 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 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 Barchester. 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 Cardiff CF3 2UQ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)