About this role
Job summary 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 yo
Main duties of the job As an Activities Coordinator at Barchester care home, you will help create a stimulating environment that supports exceptional all-round care for residents. Barchester's ethos is about celebrating life, and you will devise imaginative, fun, and motivational activities suited to every interest and ability. This role involves getting to know residents and their families to create tailored activities programs focused on enhancing wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. You should be warm, empathetic, and personable, with organizational skills and a driven mindset to make things happen. Your enthusiasm will inspire residents and staff to engage in activities within the home and the community. While similar experience is ideal, it is not required as Barchester provides the necessary training for skill development and career progression. The rewards package includes a competitive pay rate, free training, a range of retail discounts, referral bonuses, and employee rewards.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned care home provider committed to offering exceptional care and support to residents in their homes. With a focus on celebrating life, Barchester aims to create a stimulating environment that enhances residents' well-being, independence, and social engagement. The organisation values warmth, empathy, and a personable approach in its staff, encouraging a vibrant care community both within the home and the local area. Barchester is dedicated to professional growth, providing comprehensive training and development opportunities to help employees expand their skills and advance in their careers. Additionally, Barchester offers a competitive benefits package, ensuring employees receive recognition and rewards for their contributions towards maintaining high-quality care standards in the healthcare sector.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUYou'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 PACKAGEIn 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'
Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3%
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.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Warm, empathetic, personable, organised, driven mindset, creative approach, and infectious enthusiasm.
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
Tewkesbury
GL20 8US
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)