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 id
Main duties of the job As a Peripatetic Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you will be instrumental in creating a stimulating environment to deliver exceptional care and support for residents. The role centers on celebrating life, with a focus on devising fun and motivational activities suited to every interest and ability. This rewarding position involves tailoring activities programs aimed at maximizing residents' wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Successful candidates are expected to be warm, empathetic, and personable, with strong organizational skills and a driven mindset. Experience in similar roles is ideal but not essential, as comprehensive training is provided to help develop skills and progress careers within the organization. The role also requires a driving license as you will be responsible for driving the home's small mini-bus, although no special license is required.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care homes, with a focus on delivering high-quality care and support to residents. They strive to create a stimulating environment where life is celebrated, offering an array of imaginative and engaging activities tailored to individual interests and abilities. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for both residents and staff. Employees enjoy sector-leading benefits and rewards, including free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, and various employee recognition schemes. Barchester Healthcare values dedication and provides numerous opportunities for career progression.
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.
Please note you must have a Drivers License and be willing to drive the home's Small Mini-Bus. (No special License required)
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 with strong organizational skills; a valid driver's license is required.
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
Torquay
TQ1 1RR
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)