Activity Coordinator
Blossom Lodge Care Home
46A Cherrys Road, Barnsley, S71 5QU
Join Our Team
Blossom Lodge is a warm, friendly, and person-centred care home dedicated to providing exceptional residential, nursing, and dementia care. We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and creative Activity Coordinator to join our dedicated team and help enrich the lives of our residents through meaningful activities and social engagement.
About the Role
As an Activity Coordinator, you will plan, organise, and deliver a varied programme of activities that promotes residents' physical, emotional, social, and mental wellbeing. You will encourage participation while ensuring activities are tailored to individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver daily group and one-to-one activities.
- Organise special events, celebrations, outings, and themed activity days.
- Encourage residents to remain active, independent, and socially engaged.
- Work closely with residents, families, and the care team to develop personalised activity plans.
- Maintain activity records and evaluate resident participation.
- Build positive relationships with local schools, community groups, entertainers, and volunteers.
- Ensure all activities are delivered safely and in line with health and safety policies.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Caring, friendly, and enthusiastic.
- Creative with excellent organisational skills.
- A confident communicator with the ability to motivate others.
- Passionate about improving the quality of life for older people.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible and willing to work occasional weekends and special events.
Essential Requirements
- Experience working in a care home, healthcare, community, or activities setting.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic IT skills.
- Understanding of person-centred care.
Desirable
- Experience supporting people living with dementia.
- Activity Coordinator qualification or relevant health and social care qualification.
- Full UK driving licence (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Paid annual leave.
- Pension scheme.
- Employee wellbeing support.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making every day meaningful for our residents, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a covering letter.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
