Job summary The Activities Coordinator role at Barchester Healthcare's care home in Ferndown is an extremely rewarding position. You will be responsible for creating a stimulating environment that enables the delivery of exceptional all-round care and support for the residents. Your role will involve getting to know the residents and their families, and then designing and implementing tailored activities programs focused on enhancing their wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Main duties of the job As an Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities that cater to the diverse interests and abilities of the residents. Your organizational skills, driven mindset, and infectious enthusiasm will be crucial in inspiring both residents and staff to participate in activities within the home and in the local community. While prior experience in a similar role would be ideal, it is not essential, as the company will provide you with the necessary training and development opportunities to grow your skills and progress your career. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. With a strong focus on celebrating life and delivering exceptional care, the organization is committed to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for its residents. As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you will be an integral part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing the well-being and quality of life for the people in their care. Date posted 02 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £14.62 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1180598470 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Ferndown BH22 9EU Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As an 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 an 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 an 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 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 As an 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 an 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 an 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 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 will need to be warm, empathetic, and personable to excel as an Activities Coordinator. Your strong organizational skills and driven mindset are essential in ensuring that you always get things done and make things happen. Additionally, your creative approach and infectious enthusiasm will inspire both residents and staff to engage in the activities. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You will need to be warm, empathetic, and personable to excel as an Activities Coordinator. Your strong organizational skills and driven mindset are essential in ensuring that you always get things done and make things happen. Additionally, your creative approach and infectious enthusiasm will inspire both residents and staff to engage in the activities. 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 Ferndown BH22 9EU Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)