About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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.
Main duties of the job As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you will assist in creating a stimulating environment for residents, fostering exceptional care and support. This role involves developing fun, motivational activities for all interests and abilities, and getting to know residents and their families to create tailored activities programs that enhance wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Essential qualities include warmth, empathy, strong organisational skills, and a creative, enthusiastic spirit to inspire participation in both home and community activities. Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as training and development opportunities are provided. As a casual, part-time role, it offers flexibility and competitive pay, contributing to a rewarding experience where employee growth is prioritized. It requires covering for annual and sick leave, leading to variable hours and days.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, focused on delivering quality care and support to residents in their care homes. They emphasize a stimulating and celebratory ethos, creating environments where life is enjoyed and activities are tailored to maximize resident wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. The organisation prioritizes the personal and professional growth of its employees, offering flexible, part-time roles with competitive pay and plenty of opportunities for learning and development. With an emphasis on inspiring activities within the care home and the surrounding community, Barchester Healthcare stands as an exemplary institution for both service and employment in the healthcare sector, fostering a rewarding environment where both residents and staff can thrive.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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 YOUYou'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 PACKAGEAs 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
Warm, empathetic, and personable nature with strong organizational skills. Creativity and enthusiasm to inspire residents and staff in activities. Experience in a similar role is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
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
Bristol
BS14 0AU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)