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Well-being and Activities Coordinator - Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, Hemel Hempstead
Client: Westgate Healthcare
Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: a4285df1e2cc
Job Views: 2
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job Description:
Well-being and Activities Coordinator – Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Location: St Paul’s Care Centre, Long Mimms, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5XW
Hourly rate: To be discussed
Hours: To be discussed
Shifts: Monday to Sunday rota, including alternate weekends (to be discussed at interview)
Job type: Permanent
Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate
We are looking for a compassionate and caring Well-being and Activities Coordinator to join our family at St Paul’s Care Centre. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude, and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion, and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive pay rates plus enhanced pay on bank holidays
* 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
* Comprehensive induction and a named buddy to help you settle in
* Free training and development
* Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognized qualifications
* Work in a friendly team with experienced staff
* ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme where you can earn points and financial rewards via the Care Friends app
* Access to the Blue Light Card which provides various discounts from hundreds of nationwide high street and online stores
* Opportunities, support, and encouragement for career progression
* Loyalty and long-service awards
* Free uniform
* Wellbeing initiatives and team recognition rewards
*Please note, some of the above benefits depend on your position in the company. Further information can be given at interview stage.
About the role:
* Identify residents' activity needs and wishes through discussion, assessment, and observation, and produce a varied programme based on these findings
* Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events and individual sessions, involving internal and external sources and community-based resources
* Organise theme and fund-raising events as required, based on local holidays, traditions, etc.
* Organise outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements
* Manage monthly activity budgets for entertainment, materials, and outings in accordance with Company procedures
* Ensure risk assessments have been carried out on all activities and outings
* Produce newsletters in accordance with the company newsletter procedure
* Take photos of our residents around the home, create engaging content, and update our social media pages daily
About you:
* The right to live and work in the UK (please note, sponsorship is not available)
* Ability to work in a team, a caring nature, and a positive attitude
* An understanding of Health and Safety
* An understanding of emotional, social, physical, psychological, and intellectual needs of vulnerable people
* Ability to engage others in recreational activities
* Previous experience in a similar position in a care home is desirable but not essential
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications; therefore, early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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