Company Overview
Dundonald House Nursing Home is a welcoming and compassionate dementia specialist care home dedicated to providing personalised support in a warm, friendly environment. Our home is designed to promote small group living, ensuring each resident receives attentive and tailored care within a dementia friendly setting.
Overview
We are seeking an energetic and motivated part time Activities Co-ordinator to join our existing activities team to enrich the lives of our residents through engaging and meaningful activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of our established team supporting residents with a cognitive impairment.
Duties
- Follow and enhance our established activities planner which has a variety of stimulating activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities
- Foster a lively and inclusive atmosphere by encouraging participation in group and individual activities
- Collaborate with nursing staff to assess residents’ needs and preferences, ensuring activities support their physical and mental health
- Organise special events, outings, and themed sessions that enhance residents’ quality of life
- Maintain accurate records of activities provided, resident participation, and feedback for continuous improvement
- Support residents with a cognitive impairment in engaging safely and comfortably during activities
- Promote social interaction among residents to build a sense of community within the home
Skills
- Previous experience in activities, dementia care or care home is preferred but not essential — your empathy, creativity and confidence are what matter most.
- Strong communication skills to connect effectively with residents, families, and staff.
- Compassionate approach with excellent organisational skills to manage activities programme within the established team.
What You Bring
- A warm, patient and positive approach
- Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting people with dementia
- Ability to plan, organise and adapt activities
- Enthusiasm, resilience and a sense of fun
Role Requirements
- completion of PVG Disclosure Scotland check
- SSSC registration
- driving licence
- working 2/3 days, will include some weekend duties
Join us in making a meaningful difference every day by creating joyful experiences that enhance our residents’ lives!
Pay: £13.45-£13.65 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dundonald KA2 9DB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
