ID - 1700
Position: Activities Co-ordiantor
Salary: £13.77/ hour
Shift Pattern: Part Time Days, 25-hours a week
Location: Epsom KT17
Role Purpose
To plan, organise, and deliver a varied programme of social, recreational, and therapeutic activities that promote residents' wellbeing, independence, and quality of life in line with their individual needs and preferences.
Key Responsibilities
* Activity Planning & Delivery
* Develop and deliver a diverse programme of daily, weekly, and seasonal activities (e.g., arts & crafts, games, music, exercise, gardening, outings).
* Tailor activities to residents' individual care plans, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and interests.
* Encourage participation from all residents, including those with dementia or physical disabilities.
* Resident Engagement
* Build positive relationships with residents, listening to their ideas and preferences.
* Support residents to maintain hobbies, interests, and connections with the wider community.
* Promote inclusion and reduce loneliness by fostering group and one-to-one engagement.
* Collaboration
* Work closely with care staff, nurses, and managers to ensure activities support overall care goals.
* Involve families, volunteers, and external community groups in activities.
* Support religious, cultural, and seasonal celebrations within the care home.
* Administration & Reporting
* Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and resident feedback.
* Conduct risk assessments for outings and higher-risk activities.
* Contribute to care planning and reviews by reporting on residents' participation and wellbeing.
* Health, Safety & Wellbeing
* Ensure all activities are safe and suitable for residents' health conditions.
* Encourage gentle physical activity to support mobility and wellbeing where appropriate.
* Promote mental stimulation, emotional wellbeing, and social interaction.
Skills & Qualities Required
* Creativity and ability to design varied, engaging activities.
* Patience, empathy, and good communication skills.
* Organisational and planning ability.
* Ability to motivate and encourage participation, even from withdrawn residents.
* Understanding of dementia care and safeguarding principles.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a care setting, with at least 1 year.
* Education: NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
* Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in basic IT for record-keeping.
* Attributes: Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing high-quality care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.77 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Application question(s):
* When are you available for an interview?
* How soon can you join us?
* Do you need a Sponsorship for Fulltime Job ?
* Do you have NVQ Level-2/3 ?
* Do you have experience working as a Activity Co-ordinator within a Care Home?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1700