Activities Coordinator

• Getting to know each resident and developing activities around their personal interests, hobbies, memories and abilities.
• Supporting residents to maintain connections with their families, friends and wider community.
• Capturing and celebrating residents' achievements and experiences through photographs, displays, newsletters and social media where appropriate.
• Working closely with the care team to ensure activities support residents' wellbeing, independence and quality of life.
• Creating an atmosphere where residents, families and colleagues feel welcome, valued and involved.

• Creating

• Get to know residents individually, including their interests, hobbies, life stories and personal preferences.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities while respecting those who prefer quieter or individual pursuits.
• Organise creative activities such as arts and crafts, baking, gardening, music, games and reminiscence sessions.
• Arrange entertainment and special events, including visiting musicians, performers and community groups.
• Organise seasonal celebrations, birthdays and special occasions.
• Creating

• Support residents to maintain links with their local community, families and friends.
• Adapt activities for residents living with dementia, physical disabilities or varying levels of ability.
• Work closely with care staff and families to ensure activities are meaningful and person-centred.
• Keep appropriate records of activities and resident participation.

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including basic literacy and numeracy is required.
• Have completed relevant training in safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety, or willingness to complete these upon appointment.
• Be willing to take every opportunity to improve your skills and knowledge both by self-development and by participating in training events organised both inside the home and by outside sources.

Essential

• Experience of working with older people, vulnerable adults, or within a care/community setting.
• Experience of planning and delivering activities, events or social programmes.
• Experience of engaging with people on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Experience of adapting activities to meet different abilities, interests and needs.
• Experience of building positive and trusting relationships with residents, families, colleagues or members of the community.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Experience of maintaining appropriate records and following workplace policies and procedures.

Desirable

• Experience working with people living with dementia or cognitive impairment.
• Experience in a care home, nursing home, day centre, hospital or similar environment.

Essential

• Willingness to participate in activities alongside residents and be actively involved in creating a positive atmosphere.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.