The Activities Co-Ordinator is responsible for planning, organising and delivering a varied programme of meaningful, engaging and person-centred activities that enhance the wellbeing, independence and quality of life of residents. The role involves creating a stimulating environment, encouraging participation, and ensuring activities reflect residents' individual interests, abilities and preferences.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and deliver a diverse programme of daily in-house activities that are enjoyable, stimulating and appropriate for residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Develop activities that promote social interaction, independence, physical wellbeing, emotional health and cognitive stimulation.
- Encourage and motivate residents to participate whilst respecting their individual choices and preferences.
- Work closely with care staff to promote engagement throughout the day, encouraging all team members to incorporate meaningful activity into everyday care rather than relying solely on scheduled sessions.
- Build positive relationships with residents, relatives, volunteers and the wider community to enhance the activities programme.
- Organise and lead outings and community-based activities, ensuring thorough planning, appropriate staffing, transport arrangements and individual risk assessments are completed.
- Demonstrate excellent planning, organisational skills and enthusiasm to deliver successful trips and events safely and effectively.
- Maintain accurate records of activities delivered, resident participation and outcomes.
- Celebrate seasonal events, birthdays and special occasions, ensuring residents have opportunities to remain connected with their community and interests.
- Source new ideas, resources and community links to continually improve the activities programme.
- Work within all relevant health and safety, safeguarding, infection prevention and manual handling procedures.
Person Specification
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive, enthusiastic and energetic approach to engaging older adults.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to motivate both residents and colleagues.
- Creative with the ability to adapt activities to meet individual needs.
- Ability to plan and safely coordinate trips and outings.
- Flexible and able to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a care home, health or social care setting.
- Experience delivering activities for older people, including those living with dementia.
- Full UK driving licence (if required by the service).
- Relevant qualification in health and social care, activities or recreational therapy.
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate will be compassionate, patient, reliable and approachable, with the energy and initiative to inspire residents and colleagues alike. They will be committed to creating a vibrant, engaging atmosphere where meaningful activity is everyone's responsibility and residents are supported to live fulfilling lives every day.
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Work Location: In person
