Activities Coordinator

Monarchhealthcare; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan engaging activities for residents at their care home. Ideal candidates will have care experience and strong organizational skills. This part-time role requires flexibility, as hours may vary. Responsibilities include creating activity programs, fostering social inclusion, and maintaining records. Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter detailing their travel preferences.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting or organizing activities.
• Ability to create, plan, and implement activity programmes.
• Experience in budgeting and fundraising for activities.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement monthly activity programmes.
• Foster an atmosphere of social inclusion.
• Maintain records of daily activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Monarch Healthcare is recruiting for an Activities Coordinator to join our team at Heeley Bank Care Home in Sheffield. At Heeley Bank Care Home, we offer care and nursing support to older adults and individuals living with dementia.

Our purpose-built home provides bright, spacious accommodation designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

• Rate of Pay: In line with national minimum wage.
• Hours: This role is 32 hours per week, typically worked between 08:00 and 16:30. Flexibility is required to support activities or events that may take place outside these hours.
• Schedule: Rota basis which includes alternate weekends and some bank holidays
• Location: Heeley Bank Road, Sheffield, S2. (Please consider travel times, including on weekends, before applying)

Responsibilities:As an Activities Coordinator at Monarch Healthcare, you will:

• Create, plan and implement monthly activity programmes that consider the individual needs and choice of all people who live within the nursing home
• Create an atmosphere of social inclusion and purposeful days
• Work to a budget and create methods of fundraising
• Maintain up to date records of daily activities using appropriate documentation

Experience: The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a care setting and/or developing and organising a range of events and activities, that promote purposeful days. You will have strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work on your own initiative and plan and produce a variety of documents and supporting material to enhance the home’s activities programme.

We are looking to speak with friendly, encouraging, and caring individuals that are looking to make a difference to the lives of through this varied and rewarding role.

Activities Coordinator Sheffield – Application Process:If you would like to apply for this rewarding opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter for consideration.

Cover letter: To help us consider travel times, please mention your typical method of transport to work (e.g., car, public transport, walking). Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. If applicable please noteyour current visa type and right to work status, plus any preferred times to contact you about the opportunity.

All positions are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. We appreciate and thank you for taking the time to apply.