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We are currently recruiting for an Activity Coordinator for Castlewood Care Home,which is a brand new, state-of-the-art care home in Clitheroe.
Castlewood Care Home is a brand new, state-of-the-art residential care home for the elderly, in the heart of Clitheroe. Wight Care is part of the well-established Eric Wright Group, Castlewood has been designed to offer more than just care, we offer community, dignity, and purpose. With modern facilities including a dedicated gym, beautiful living spaces, and personalised care plans, Castlewood is where older people can truly thrive.
At Castlewood, we deliver person-centred care that celebrates individuality. Every resident’s story, preferences, and goals shape the care they receive. Whether it’s a morning workout in the gym, a favourite home-cooked meal, or a quiet moment of connection, we’re here to make life meaningful.
We’re looking for and Activity Coordinator who will
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Develop and plan programmes, outings and events, attending the events and overseeing the implementation of activities.
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Ensure the programme reflects the wishes and preferences of the current population of the organisation
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Support and enable service users to access social networks and maintain personal interests in accordance with best practice, agreed standards, legislation and within the financial budget
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Be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice
The role will also include but not be limited to:
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Organise and plan activity programmes reflecting service users’ preferences
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Produce newsletters to inform service users and their relatives/friends about what is going on
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Support service users to access the internet and other communication methods such as letter writing, Skype and FaceTime
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Plan events within allocated budget
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Ensure service users are at the heart of events and programmes to enhance their wellbeing
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Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported by the service
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Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the service
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Work in cooperation with members of the multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people in the service
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Work within the relevant code of practice
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Attend statutory training and any other training as required
What You’ll Bring:
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Communication skills - with the ability to speak and communicate with a variety of different groups both large and small, listening to their wants, needs and desires.
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Certification as an Activities Professional by a recognised accrediting organisation, e.g. NAPA
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Proficient computer skills - To research activities and events, to support people to use the internet and produce colourful posters and newsletters
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Leadership and influencing skills to encourage people to attend or join an activity, motivate them and keep them engaged throughout the event
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Experience in your role is valued, but heart and dedication are essential
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Knowledge of event planning practices and techniques
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Problem-solving skills - with the ability to be able to fix situations quickly or adjust activities for all involved
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is kind, empathetic and compassionate.
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is patient
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is a great communicator
What We Offer:
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Competitive pay and benefits
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A modern, inspiring work environment
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Opportunities for training and real career progression
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The chance to be part of a pioneering care home
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Opportunities to make a real difference to someone’s life
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you believe older people deserve vibrant, respectful, and personalised care and support — Castlewood is the place for you.
Our values guide everything we do:
Compassion • Dignity • Community • Trust • Excellence
Castlewood Care Home is part of the Eric Wright Group. We have a fantastic history, from our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our chairman’s founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. As a Group, we own a diverse Commercial Investment Property Portfolio in the Northwest of England. This portfolio plays a pivotal role in the operation of our Trading Businesses as well as supporting the Groups Charitable activities through the Eric Wright Charitable Trust.
Our ethos
Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.
The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.
