Activities Coordinator - Care Home

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  • Bristol Area
  • £13.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables the delivery of exceptional all-round care and support for residents. The role involves devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, with the aim of maximizing the wellbeing, independence and social engagement of the residents.Main duties of the jobThe Activities Coordinator will be responsible for getting to know the residents and their families, and then creating tailored activity programmes focused on enhancing their overall wellbeing. The role requires strong organizational skills, a driven mindset, and the ability to inspire both residents and staff with an infectious enthusiasm and creative approach. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential, as the organization will provide the necessary training and support for professional development.About usBarchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The organization is committed to creating a positive, stimulating environment for its residents, and the Activities Coordinator role is crucial in achieving this goal.DetailsDate posted12 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£13.50 an hourContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number1360582503Job locationsBarchester HealthcareBristolBS15 1PNJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.This position will require some weekend working on a rota basis, we also prefer if you can drive in order to take the residents on outings using our minibus. 9-5, 5 days out of 7.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'And so much more!If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.8765 Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.This position will require some weekend working on a rota basis, we also prefer if you can drive in order to take the residents on outings using our minibus. 9-5, 5 days out of 7.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'And so much more!If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.8765Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • No specific qualifications are required, but the ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of the elderly. The organization will provide the necessary training and support to develop the required skills.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • No specific qualifications are required, but the ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of the elderly. The organization will provide the necessary training and support to develop the required skills.

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