Overview
Well Being and Activities Coordinator — Part-Time in Spalding, GB - Halmer Court
Location: Halmer Court, PE11 2EL
Salary: £12.30 per hour, with a range of health & wellbeing benefits, employee perks, and opportunities to develop & progress
Permanent: Part-time, 20 hours, alternate weekends
Applicants must hold a full UK driving license and be 25 years or older for insurance purposes
Responsibilities
* Organise, develop and plan programs of activities and events for residents, ensuring social, religious and cultural needs are provided for.
* Support and enable residents to access social networks and maintain hobbies and interests; encourage the development of new interests.
* Provide meaningful engagement in a person-centred way by creating and carrying out activities that promote physical and mental well-being while supporting a diverse and inclusive living environment.
* Create a stimulating and varied programme of activities and social events; work with each resident to identify social and recreational requirements based on likes/dislikes, abilities and personal preferences.
* Produce material for quarterly newsletters and share information on social media and with relatives.
* Plan events inside and outside the home (e.g., exercise sessions, theatre productions, pet therapy).
* Keep full records of all activities, gather feedback and assess effectiveness.
* Manage and work within the monthly activities budget.
* Assist in transporting service users to appointments using company vehicles or public transport.
What you will need
* Excellent written and verbal English skills.
* Previous experience as an Activities Coordinator or experience in the care sector or caring for another individual would be beneficial, but not essential. Essential is a friendly, imaginative and compassionate nature, a “we can” attitude and an interest in older people.
* Proficient computer skills.
* Valid driver’s license.
Benefits
* Comprehensive training with a genuine career pathway
* Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of earned salary before payday
* Pension scheme and 28 days holiday, plus your birthday off
* Life Insurance cover of £10,000
* Automatic entry into the Employee Assistance Programme for advice on health, wellbeing and related matters
* Free Blue Light Card
About Halmer Court / Glenholme Healthcare
Halmer Court care home is located in Spalding and provides accommodation with 61 single rooms and en-suite facilities, some with private balconies. Glenholme Healthcare is a well-established provider offering care for older people, including those with physical disabilities or living with dementia.
Additional information
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Job Code: GHHAL2
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