Activities Coordinator

Astune Rise Care Home; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Peterlee is looking for an Activities Coordinator to create and deliver engaging social and recreational activities for residents. The ideal candidate must have experience working with the elderly and those with dementia. Responsibilities include organizing group events and one-on-one activities that boost residents' physical and emotional well-being. Join us and help make our home the happiest place it can be!

Benefits

Real-time payment tracking with Flexearn

Discounted stays at UK hotels

50% off food and beverages

Exclusive spa discounts

Retail and leisure discounts

Monthly Superstar Awards

Long-Service Awards with additional leave

Referral rewards

24/7 support through Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Bereavement leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role managing activities for the elderly.
• Knowledge of engaging and leading activities for dementia patients.
• Excellent communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead activities for residents of various abilities.
• Support residents' well-being through tailored engagement.
• Work collaboratively with care staff to integrate activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Creativity

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Join the Adventure in our Home – Where Work and Fun Come Together!

Are you ready to leap into an exciting career with a twist? Within our Homes, we mix fun, rewards, and endless opportunities into the perfect mix of a job! Here’s a sneak peek into the exciting adventures that await you.

The Role:

As our Activities Coordinator Extraordinaire, you’ll be the life and soul of the party, crafting and delivering a whirlwind of social and recreational activities for our wonderful residents. Flexibility is your middle name as you work around their needs, bringing joy and excitement every single day. Got a passion for working with the elderly? Check. Love a good sing‑along and dance‑off? Double check.

Your Superpowers:

• Conjure up and launch a dazzling array of activities tailored to our residents’ interests and abilities.
• Host group shindigs and provide one‑on‑one fun for our residents.
• Adapt activities for residents with dementia – patience and creativity are key!
• Cultivate a positive and inclusive vibe in our care home.
• Team up with care staff to weave activities into residents’ daily lives.
• Keep track of activities and participation – you’re organized and on the ball.
• Cheer on and support residents, boosting their physical, mental, and emotional well‑being.

What You Bring:

• Experience in a similar role – you’ve been there, done that, and have the stories to prove it.
• A knack for creating and leading engaging activities for the elderly.
• Experience working with people with dementia – you’re patient, adaptable, and a creative problem‑solver.
• Stellar communication and people skills.
• Organizational wizardry and superb time management.
• Independence and teamwork skills – you’re a lone wolf and a pack player.

About Us:

We’re all about bringing the best quality nursing, residential, and dementia care to our wonderful seniors.

As a well‑established provider of care services, we’re a top‑notch, super‑professional organization that’s all about quality and putting our residents’ wellbeing and happiness front and centre.

Our goal? To give our residents as much independence as possible in a safe, friendly, and fun environment.

Unleash Your Benefits:

• Get Paid in Real‑Time with Flexearn: No more waiting for payday! Track your earnings live, cash out when you need, and learn smart money tips to manage your money like a pro.
• Discounted Stays: Fancy a staycation or a getaway? Enjoy sweet discounts at our UK hotels and branded spots! You can even bring your friends and family!
• Feast for Less – 50% Off: Dive into deliciousness with half‑price food and beverages at all our hotels and venues.
• Spa Discounts: Treat yourself to some TLC with our exclusive spa deals. You deserve it!
• Retail, Cinema & Fun Discounts: Save on shopping sprees, movie nights, and leisure activities galore.
• Superstar Awards: Shine bright and get recognized every month!
• Long‑Service Awards: Celebrate your milestones with us, starting from just one year of service including additional annual leave.
• Recommend a Friend: Get rewarded for bringing your friends along for the ride. The more, the merrier!
• 24/7 Support: Access our confidential ‘Employee Assistance Programme’ anytime, anywhere including support for your family – because we’ve got your back.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Bereavement Leave – Time of when its most needed with a peace of mind.

How to Join the Fun:

Ready to bring your enthusiasm, experience, and passion for working with the elderly to our team? Apply now and help us make our home the best place for our residents. Let’s make magic happen together!

Please note that all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check.