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 ess
Main duties of the job As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll be creating a stimulating environment for residents, focusing on imaginative and motivational activities. Your role will include getting to know residents and devising tailored activity programs to enhance wellbeing and social engagement. The role requires a warm and empathetic individual with strong organisational skills. While previous experience is not mandatory, having a driven mindset and enthusiasm is key. Barchester Healthcare provides free training, development opportunities, and a rewarding benefits package including retail discounts and referral bonuses.
About us Barchester Healthcare is focused on providing high-quality care in their homes. They create environments that celebrate life and prioritize the wellbeing of their residents. The company supports personal and professional growth for its employees, offering a comprehensive benefits package. Their ethos revolves around providing the same quality care they would expect for their loved ones, ensuring that the residents are engaged through various activities and programs tailored to each individual's needs. Barchester values dedication and offers rewards for long service and exceptional work.
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. Organisational skills and a creative mindset are important. Experience in a similar role is a plus but not required. Training 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
Salisbury
SP1 1NJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)