Lifestyle Manager/ Activities coordinator
Crystal Care Group South East
South East London, LondonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,683
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
Job description
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Bring Joy, Purpose and Meaning to Every Day
Are you creative, energetic and passionate about enriching the lives of older people?
At Crystal Care Collection, we believe that outstanding care is about so much more than meeting physical needs. It's about helping every resident continue to enjoy the hobbies, interests and experiences that make them who they are.
We're looking for an enthusiastic Lifestyle Manager / Activities Coordinator to lead a vibrant and engaging programme of activities that inspires, connects and celebrates every individual.
As our Activities Manager, you'll get to know each resident personally, learning about their life story, interests and aspirations to create meaningful experiences tailored to them.
From organising community visits and special events to encouraging one-to-one engagement and supporting residents to pursue lifelong passions, you'll play a key role in enhancing wellbeing, reducing isolation and creating moments that matter.
Working closely with colleagues, families and local organisations, you'll help ensure every day offers opportunities for fun, purpose and connection.
- Plan, organise and lead a varied programme of meaningful activities for individuals and groups, tailored to residents' interests and abilities.
- Build strong relationships with residents by exploring their life histories, hobbies and personal preferences.
- Develop partnerships with local schools, charities, churches and community groups to enhance the activity programme.
- Arrange visits from entertainers, performers and external organisations to bring exciting experiences into the home.
- Encourage and support colleagues to deliver activities alongside you and confidently continue programmes in your absence.
- Record and evaluate activities using PCS, updating care plans and activity records accurately.
- Champion the My Life Story and Resident of the Day initiatives, ensuring life histories and social information are kept up to date.
- Promote a resident-led culture by educating colleagues about individual preferences, backgrounds and life experiences.
- Gather photographs and stories from activities to contribute to newsletters, noticeboards and social media, ensuring appropriate consent has been obtained.
- Share ideas and best practice through monthly social committee meetings.
- Be flexible to support occasional evening or special events where required.
- Is creative, enthusiastic and passionate about improving quality of life for older people.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoys building relationships with residents, families and the wider community.
- Is organised and confident planning engaging activities and events.
- Has good IT skills and is comfortable recording information electronically.
- Can motivate others and encourage a whole-home approach to resident engagement.
- Is flexible, proactive and able to adapt activities to meet changing needs and abilities.
- 10:00am 5:00pm
- Permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off
- Average 24.5 hours per week
- Flexibility to support occasional evening activities and events as required.
Pay
- : £13.79 per hour
- Full induction training programme
- Paid breaks
- Fully funded Blue Light Card
- Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Uniform tunic provided
- Pay Day Breakfast
- Free meal on shift
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- The chance to make a genuine difference to residents' happiness and wellbeing every day
If you're someone who loves bringing people together, creating memorable experiences and helping others live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.
Your creativity, compassion and enthusiasm will help transform everyday moments into lasting memories and make our home a place where residents truly thrive.
Complete the application form below to apply today.
We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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First seen
15 September 2026
Last checked
23 September 2026
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