Activities Coordinator (Care Home in Erdington)

Activities Coordinator (Full\-Time 37\.5hrs per week over 5 days, alternate weekends)

Gainsborough Hall Care Home

Please note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorship. Applicants must already reside in the UK to be considered for this role.

Job Summary

Gainsborough Hall are seeking passionate and dedicated Activity Coordinators to join their team. The successful candidates will deliver a varied programme of engaging activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social wellbeing of our residents.

This role requires an understanding of the importance of promoting dignity, independence, choice, privacy, rights, and fulfilment for all residents while creating a positive and stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and deliver meaningful activity programmes in consultation with residents, relatives, and the care team


• Encourage participation in creative, social, and cognitive activities including arts and crafts, games, group activities, community engagement, and entertainment


• Provide mental and physical stimulation tailored to residents individual needs and abilities


• Adapt activities and approaches to support residents living with dementia and behaviours that may challenge


• Build and maintain positive links with the local community


• Support fundraising activities and events to help finance outings and entertainment


• Promote and support residents’ religious and cultural needs through visits and organised outings where appropriate


• Maintain accurate records and demonstrate basic IT skills


• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team


• Remain physically active throughout the day, including standing for extended periods

What We Offer

In return for your dedication and hard work, we offer:

• DBS cost reimbursed after 6 months


• Free parking


• Free training and development opportunities


• Permanent contract


• Annual leave entitlement


• Company pension scheme

• Experience or understanding of dementia care and behaviours that challenge


• A positive, enthusiastic, and caring personality with a good sense of humour


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Weekend availability is essential


• A current DBS on the online update service would be advantageous

The Restful Homes Group is a family\-owned and operated care home group with over 30 years of experience delivering high\-quality care services.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of our residents by creating meaningful experiences that promote happiness, engagement, and connection within our community.

Pay: £12\.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking

• Activity/Event Planning: 1 year (required)


• Elderly Care: 1 year (preferred)

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