Overview
In your role as an Activities Co-ordinator at HC-One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. By joining HC-One you will have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to our Residents.
As an Activities Co-ordinator, it will mean planning and implementing activities that delight our Residents, helping the Home Manager organise essential fundraising events, and engaging the care home team to promote social interaction and new activity ideas with a focus on kindness.
Responsibilities
• Plan and implement activities for Residents that support their wellbeing and engagement.
• Assist the Home Manager with organising fundraising events.
• Collaborate with the care home team to encourage Residents to socialise and participate in activities.
• Contribute to developing activity ideas based on Residents’ hobbies and interests.
• Communicate with Residents and colleagues in a considerate and kind manner.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals, ideally in developing activity programmes.
• Positive energy, strong people skills, and the ability to get along with diverse groups.
• Excellent planning, organisational and IT skills; effective time management.
• Demonstrated safeguarding awareness and the ability to recognise signs of potential abuse, harm or neglect, and to report concerns. All colleagues must undertake safeguarding training related to their role and seek appropriate advice when needed.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You should recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect, know what to do if concerns arise, and complete safeguarding training appropriate to your role. You will be supported to escalate if action is not taken.
About HC-One
At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—it's a way of life. We believe caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.
To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One embraces five key qualities we call the Kindness the HC-One Way:
* We are curious—asking questions, seeking to understand.
* We are compassionate—walking in the shoes of others.
* We are creative—finding practical ways to make things happen.
* We are courageous—supporting residents to live the life they choose.
* We are dependable—people can always count on us.
We champion inclusivity and foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and prioritise inclusive practices across everything we do.
Digital Care & Development
We are enhancing how we support residents through digital care planning. This technology helps streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. We welcome team members who are comfortable with technology or willing to learn, with support provided along the way.
Career Growth
We care about our colleagues and support your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for a quick start with full support. HC-One offers clear career pathways, continuing professional development and postgraduate programmes, and opportunities at regional and national levels.
Eligibility & Sponsorship
Please note: We can only consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. We cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criterion will not be progressed.
Rewards & Benefits
We provide full training and a wide range of benefits to support your well-being and career. Benefits include:
* Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
* Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
* Free uniform
* Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
* Company pension scheme
* 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Group life assurance
* Wagestream for financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as needed
* Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve qualifications
* GP online service for you and your children under 16
* Colleague discounts on 1600+ high street offers
* Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for wellbeing, including family access)
* Recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
* Refer-a-friend scheme up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role
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