Job Description
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Are you enthusiastic? Are you looking for a rewarding new role?
We are looking for a person who is passionate about providing an outstanding level of care and going the extra mile for our residents, and, we currently have a vacancy for an Activity Co-ordinator based at King William Care Home working 35 hours over 5 shifts per week.
About The Role
The ideal candidate must be fully flexible.
As an activities co-ordinator you will be responsible for the activities offering in the home. You will be formulating an activity plan for each individual resident by spending time getting to know their past, likes and dislikes and families. You will arranging suitable trips out for our residents as well as arranging for entertainment to come into the homes. You will also build up links in the community and build relationships to benefit the residents.
We ask the successful candidate to have a full driving license to drive a minibus, and to be flexible over weekends and bank holiday work.
Working for an established care provider like Ashmere, you start your journey with us by attending our monthly new starter company induction with all new joiners from all of our homes. We will kit you out with uniform, pay for your DBS check, provide you with regular training and maybe even spoil you with cake from time to time!
As well as the above we also have:
* Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony
* Discretionary Attendance Bonus (so you get paid to come to work!)
* Eligible for Blue Light Card subscription.
* Refer a Friend Scheme (which can earn you up to £200!)
* Pension
* Ongoing Training and Development
* Staff Incentives
* Enhanced rate of pay for bank holidays!
* A fantastic employee wellbeing programme
If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we’d love to hear from you!
Skills Needed
About The Company
At Ashmere, we’ve been supporting communities in Derbyshire for three generations with a proud heritage in elder care. Across our seven care homes, we deliver a full range of services including residential care, nursing, dementia support, complex continuing health care, and end-of-life care — even providing a dedicated household for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents cared for by BSL-fluent staff. We tailor care plans around each individual, offering 24-hour support, nutritious meals, meaningful social and therapeutic activities, and a warm home-like atmosphere.
Our mission is simple: to offer care as if our residents were family — ensuring comfort, respect, and quality of life every day.
Company Culture
At Ashmere, our culture is rooted in kindness, family values and genuine teamwork. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, which is why we invest in staff who share our commitment to compassion, dignity and openness. We encourage collaboration, continuous learning and honest communication throughout all our homes. Whether someone works in care, catering, housekeeping or management, every role is respected and appreciated. Our aim is to create a workplace where colleagues feel supported, trusted and proud of the difference they make.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
* Drivers License
* Care Experience
Closing DateMonday 27th April, 2026