About this role
Job summary Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle. ABOUT THE ROLE 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 happe
Main duties of the job As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you will help create a stimulating environment that enables the delivery of exceptional all-round care and support for the residents. Your role involves devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, focusing on celebrating life. You will get to know the residents and their families to create tailored activities programmes, maximizing their wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. You need to be warm, empathetic, and personable, with good organizational skills and a driven mindset to make things happen. Enthusiasm and creativity are essential as you inspire residents and staff to get involved in activities. Experience in a similar role is ideal but not necessary, as training will be provided. This position offers flexibility and learning opportunities, providing cover when needed, such as for annual leave or sick leave, with varying hours and days.
About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, known for delivering quality care in a range of settings, including care homes. Their ethos is centered around celebrating life, providing tailored and imaginative activities for residents to enhance their wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Barchester is committed to the growth and development of its staff, offering numerous free learning and development opportunities. With a focus on providing the level of care one would expect for their loved ones, Barchester values its employees' contributions and fosters a positive, supportive, and dynamic working environment. The flexibility of roles like the Bank Activities Coordinator exemplifies this commitment to both quality care and employee support.
Job description Job responsibilities
Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle.
ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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
A valid driving license and access to a vehicle is preferable due to limited public transport. Warm, empathetic, and personable with good organisational skills. Any similar experience is ideal but not essential as 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
Wouldham
ME1 3TR
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)