Job Description
Inglewood Nursing Home, located in a pleasant residential area of Eastbourne, provides short and long-term nursing and palliative care for up to 60 residents. Set in charming period-style accommodation with modern facilities, the home offers bright, comfortable rooms with garden views, wheelchair access, and a warm, supportive environment where personalised care and strong relationships with residents and families are prioritised.
We’re looking for a special person who truly believes in bringing joy and sunshine into our residents’ lives every day.
With a genuine passion for the older generation, we’re seeking someone who is sociable, creative, fun-loving and above all well-organised. Caring for our residents is at the heart of our business but looking after someone’s wellbeing in their next chapter of life goes much further than watching TV and a game of Bingo! Driven by our team of Activities Coordinators, you are the difference to ensuring that our residents’ days are filled with fun, variety, and stimulation.
Being able to build a rapport with our residents and getting to know their preferences is key to being able to make this role a success, as well as being inclusive of their individual preferences and care needs which range from low-level support through to dementia and nursing.
What we offer:
* £12.75 per hour
* 6 Hrs per week (Saturdays)
* Company Pension scheme
* Free Onsite Parking
* Paid DBS
* Uniform Provided
* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
* Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities
* A positive, welcoming workplace culture where your contribution truly matters
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
* Access in-house training and nationally recognised qualifications to support your professional growth.
* Join a friendly, collaborative team dedicated to delivering outstanding care
Experience of working in a care home is not a pre-requisite - we are simply looking for someone who sparkles and who enjoys having fun whilst making a real difference to our fabulous residents.
What You’ll Do
Plan and Organise: Create and manage monthly rolling programmes as well as individual activities, encouraging residents to stay active and maintain their hobbies.
Foster Social Connections: Help residents socialize and enjoy their time in the care home through diverse activities that cater to all preferences.
Keep Accurate Records: Maintain detailed documentation of daily activities.
What You’ll Bring
* Event Planning Skills: Proven ability to develop and organize a range of engaging events and activities.
* Creativity and Confidence: A friendly, creative, and confident personality that shines through in your work.
* Passion for Elderly Care: A genuine interest in working with the elderly, helping them live life to the fullest.
* Communication and Teamwork: Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
About us
Inglewood Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.
Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.