Details:
- Salary: £14 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Muswell Hill Greater London
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Job Scope:
We are looking to recruit an Activities Coordinator who will be essential in promoting a person-centered approach that is positive for our client residents. Your main goal will be to meet their individual needs, preferences, and skills to promote independence and create a lively feeling of community in our home.
As the Activities Coordinator, your responsibilities will revolve around planning, developing, and executing a dynamic activities program that caters to the social, physical, emotional, and cultural needs of our residents. Working in collaboration with the Home Manager and Activities Assistants, you will design a weekly schedule for both small group and one-to-one sessions, ensuring that activities are not only stimulating but also reflective of the diverse interests of our residents.
Your role will also encompass coordinating and supporting volunteers, students, entertainers, and visiting artists to enhance our activities provision. In partnership with the Sales and Marketing Coordinator, the Activities Coordinator will actively engage with the local community, sharing and promoting events to raise awareness of the care home. Additionally, you will strategically plan activities around cultural, religious, and special days, celebrating resident preferences and staff diversity. Organizing recreational outings and maintaining accurate activity records in the care planning system are essential aspects of your role, where the use of digital tools for communication and promotion will be integral.
Do you have?
* Worked with older individuals with diverse abilities and needs.
* Ability to inspire, motivate, and enthuse in both large and small groups.
* Enjoys engaging with people of all ages, including those living with dementia and/or other disabilities.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Demonstrates an analytical and methodical approach to problem-solving.
* Develop a programme with colleagues in response to changing needs of residents.
Benefits:
* Comprehensive induction, onboarding, and E learning courses
* Specialized training and accelerated development programs
* NVQ program opportunities with ongoing supervision
* Competitive compensation, extra vacation for long term service, and company sick pay
* Enrolment in a pension scheme, complimentary uniforms, and employee of the month recognition
* Rewards for demonstrating our values and referring colleagues
* Access to a confidential employee assistance program with discounts
* Participation in an eye voucher scheme and engagement in health and well-being activities and events