Activities Therapist
Location: Ratheane Private Nursing Home, 58 Mountsandel Road
Hours: 30 hours per week, flexible to work weekdays and weekends.
Contract type: full-time. Salary: £12.90 per hour.
Responsibilities:
* Design and implement a schedule of in‑house entertainment, outings, and group activities that are mentally and physically stimulating for residents.
* Work closely with the Nurse Managers, staff, and residents to ensure activities align with their needs and interests.
* Obtain approval from the Nurse Managers before engaging external entertainers or service providers.
* Regularly gather feedback from residents and incorporate their hobbies and interests into the activity programme.
* Maintain accurate records, both manually and electronically, of all activities and events.
* Provide individual engagement activities for residents who prefer not to participate in group settings.
* Collaborate effectively with a diverse resident group, respecting and positively engaging them.
* Ensure adherence to house rules, maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and visitors, working both independently and as part of a team.
* Hold a full UK Driving Licence to assist with resident transportation if required, using a people carrier provided by Macklin Care Homes.
Essential Criteria:
* Relevant vocational qualifications (achieved or working towards).
* Experience working with elderly residents suffering from dementia.
* Knowledge of the Care of the Elderly Patients Charter of Rights.
* Must have a good command of written and spoken English.
Required Criteria:
* Ability to work set hours, flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
* Excellent communication skills, specifically with the elderly.
* Right to work in the UK.
Desired Criteria:
* Relevant Vocational Qualification (achieved / working towards).
* Experience of working with elderly residents suffering from dementia.
* Knowledge of Care of the Elderly Patients Charter of Rights.
Company Benefits:
* Collaborating with an award‑winning team with family values.
* A comprehensive paid induction programme.
* A wide variety of training is provided.
* Career development opportunities.
* Flexibility of shifts.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
* Health and well‑being initiatives, including team‑building initiatives.
* Free car parking and uniform.
* Incentives for employee referrals.
* T&Cs will apply.
An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.
Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026.
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