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 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' 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
Main duties of the job 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 about celebrating life, so you'll devise imaginative, fun, and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. The role involves spending time getting to know residents and their families to create tailored activities programmes focused on wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. ABOUT YOU To join us as an Activities Coordinator, you'll need to be warm, empathetic, and personable. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done. Your enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire residents and staff to get involved in activities in the home and community. Related experience is ideal but not essential as training will be provided. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus benefits including free training and development, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' scheme, Employee of the Month rewards, and a Workplace Pension scheme.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a provider of high-quality healthcare services with a focus on delivering exceptional care to its residents across various care homes. The company is known for its commitment to creating a nurturing and respectful environment which promotes the wellbeing and independence of those in its care. With a focus on celebrating life and providing care tailored to individual needs, Barchester Healthcare emphasises the importance of building personal relationships with residents and their families. The organisation values the contributions of its staff and provides extensive training and development opportunities to help them progress in their careers. By offering a wide range of benefits and reward schemes, Barchester Healthcare aims to attract dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in peoples lives, ensuring that residents receive the quality care one would expect for their own loved ones.
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, and personable nature; Strong organisational skills and a driven mindset; Enthusiasm and a creative approach to activities; Experience in similar roles is preferred but not required as training is 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
Tadcaster
LS24 9PG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)