About this role
Job summary Barchester's Central Division has an opportunity for a new Divisional Activities Lead. In this key role, you will support the activity coordinator staff in the homes across the division and drive whole home approach to provide life enrichment for each and every resident. You must ensure that life enrichment adheres to the Care and Life Enrichment Framework to drive outstanding regulatory results. Required experience and qualifications: GCSE level maths and English Experience in delivering and providing in person wellbeing and activities sessions Ability to communicate at all levels, including with a senior audience Proven track record in delivering against targets under pressure Evidence of ability to work effectively within a multi-functional team Full UK driving licence, with ability to travel across the country, including overnight stays - essential Role and Responsibilities: Provide ongoing support to activities staff across the division Ensure an effective action plan is in place for underperforming homes Weekly visits to homes that are identified as needing support Carry out quarterly face to face meetings with Activity Coordinators to share ideas, good practice, lessons learnt Provide ideas for activities that link to the local community Develop key relationships with organisations that in turn can support our vision to deliver life Enrichment in local homes Support with the recruitment and training of activities staff Analyse divisional and corporate data to provide an overview of delivery of activities Aid activities staff with understanding digital tools and equipment available to them Ensure you are aligned with the resident experience team and life enrichment training specialists Work collaboratively with divisional experts to produce guidance, support, and policies Work across departments within the company including the marketing team, quality and regulation, nursing, dementia and procurement
Main duties of the job Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Divisional Activities Lead for the Central Division. This leadership role is crucial for supporting activity coordinator staff in various homes within the division. The primary objective is to drive a whole home approach that enriches the lives of residents, aligning with the Care and Life Enrichment Framework. This role requires strong communication skills to interface at all levels, especially with senior audiences. The candidate must have a proven track record of delivering against targets under pressure and be effective within a multifunctional team. A full UK driving licence for nationwide travel is essential.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned healthcare provider dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality care and life enrichment, ensuring that all services align with regulatory standards. Barchester operates numerous care homes and healthcare facilities across the country, employing a staff dedicated to nurturing and improving the well-being of residents. By fostering a supportive work environment, Barchester encourages collaboration across various departments, including marketing, quality and regulation, nursing, dementia, and procurement, to achieve its vision of outstanding resident care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Barchester's Central Division has an opportunity for a new Divisional Activities Lead. In this key role, you will support the activity coordinator staff in the homes across the division and drive whole home approach to provide life enrichment for each and every resident. You must ensure that life enrichment adheres to the Care and Life Enrichment Framework to drive outstanding regulatory results.
Required experience and qualifications: GCSE level maths and English Experience in delivering and providing in person wellbeing and activities sessions Ability to communicate at all levels, including with a senior audience Proven track record in delivering against targets under pressure Evidence of ability to work effectively within a multi-functional team Full UK driving licence, with ability to travel across the country, including overnight stays - essential
Role and Responsibilities: Provide ongoing support to activities staff across the division Ensure an effective action plan is in place for underperforming homes Weekly visits to homes that are identified as needing support Carry out quarterly face to face meetings with Activity Coordinators to share ideas, good practice, lessons learnt Provide ideas for activities that link to the local community Develop key relationships with organisations that in turn can support our vision to deliver life Enrichment in local homes Support with the recruitment and training of activities staff Analyse divisional and corporate data to provide an overview of delivery of activities Aid activities staff with understanding digital tools and equipment available to them Ensure you are aligned with the resident experience team and life enrichment training specialists Work collaboratively with divisional experts to produce guidance, support, and policies Work across departments within the company including the marketing team, quality and regulation, nursing, dementia and procurement
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE level maths and English. Experience in delivering and managing in-person wellbeing and activities sessions. Proven track record in delivering against targets under pressure. Evidence of ability to work effectively within a multi-functional team. Full UK driving licence, with ability to travel across the country, including overnight stays.
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
Gosmore
SG4 7QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)