Activities Coordinator – Woodlands Care & Nursing Home in Colliers Wood, London SW19 -Part of the Country Court Family Hours: 30 Hours per week, (Shift times to be discussed at interview) Woodlands House Care & Nursing Home is a well-established part of the community in Colliers Wood, Southwest London. The friendly and compassionate care staff, led by Edmund the manager are on hand to provide residential, specialist dementia and round the clock nursing care in a modern, comfortable setting Do you have creative flare & want to make a difference everyday? We are looking for an Activities Coordinator with creative flare and out-of-the box thinking to organise, run events and activities for our residents. From pumpkin-carving, to budding gardening, crafts and more - no two days will ever be the same as you support our residents to try new things and ensure they feel connected with the wider community. What you will be doing: It’s hard to capture everything but we’ve jotted down a few key parts of the role below: Organise varied activities within the Home to cater for a variety of interests and life stories for individuals, small groups and large numbers of residents. Meet targets set out to improve our resident’s lives which includes getting to know every resident through our 'Resident of the Day’ programme Work together with other local community groups and the wider local area. Bring fun, ideas, and energy into our residents’ lives Inspire others through great relationships, to deliver a range of thought-provoking wellbeing ideas Coordinate a wide range of trips & experiences within the local area for small groups & individuals Arrange key events throughout the year, such as seasonal celebrations & charity events About You We are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming, and entertaining, and would ensure all activities are appropriate for all residents. An understanding of care sector would be advantageous Have a friendly & caring attitude Good planning & development skills Able to engage well with the residents and their families Be proactive, passionate, and supportive team player, with experience of maintaining the highest levels of customer service. You will be going out and about, networking, planning activities and with residents therefore having access to your own vehicle with business Insurance is essential In Return: You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include: 28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays) Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme Pension Contributions & access to the Blue Light Discount Card. Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff Subject to Terms and Conditions Click the Apply Button Now -If Activities Coordinator role sounds like a job for you, we would like to hear from you. PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship. You may have experience as Entertainment coordinator, wellbeing, lifestyle, wellbeing, drama, social recreation, entertainment executive, events coordinator, care assistant.