About this role
Job summary 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 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
Main duties of the job As a Bank Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you will create a stimulating environment for delivering exceptional care and support to residents. Celebrating life and devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities suited to each interest and ability is central to this role. Part of your time will involve knowing residents and their families to create tailored activities programs that maximize wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. You need to be warm, empathetic, and personable. Organizational skills and a driven mindset are necessary to get things done effectively, while your enthusiasm and creativity will inspire participation in activities both in the care home and the local community. Similar experience is ideal but not essential, as comprehensive training and development opportunities are provided to progress your career in a truly rewarding role that offers flexibility, competitive pay, and plenty of learning opportunities in one of the UK's leading healthcare providers.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a well-regarded healthcare provider in the UK, consistently focusing on delivering quality care through its network of care homes and hospitals. The company's ethos revolves around celebrating life and ensuring that each resident's needs are met with personalised attention and innovative approaches to care. Barchester Healthcare places a high value on its employees, encouraging growth and development through continuous learning opportunities. Committed to creating a stimulating and supportive environment, Barchester Healthcare emphasises the importance of social engagement, independence, and overall well-being for its residents. The organisation understands that its staff is fundamental to its success and therefore, provides flexible roles that accommodate varying schedules. With a focus on ensuring employees receive the necessary training to enhance their skills and advance their careers, Barchester Healthcare stands out as a rewarding and dynamic place to work in the healthcare sector.
Job description Job responsibilities
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
Any similar experience ideal, but not essential
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
Ringwood
BH24 2DW
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)