Activity Co-ordinator

Job summary

Activity Co-ordinator – Day shift – Maesbrook Nursing Home, Shrewsbury £12.60  per hour • Paid training • Full-time & part-time • Permanent
 

About Us
Maesbrook Care Home is a well-established 45-bed nursing home in Shrewsbury, delivering 24/7 inpatient care to older people. We pride ourselves on a warm, supportive culture where every team member is valued, developed and part of the family.
 

The Role

Become part of our day-time Activities team, working alongside our two Activity Coordinators. You will:

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care under the guidance of our qualified nursing and fellow Activity Co-ordinators.
• Support residents with daily stimulating activities, companionship and maintaining their dignity.
• Learn to use our modern electronic care records (picture?based system) and benefit from structured training & mentorship.
• Work as part of a friendly team, making a real difference to residents’ day-to-day lives.

What we offer

• Starting pay of £12.60 per hour, plus paid training from day one.
• Flexible permanence: full-time 36 hours or part-time opportunities available.
   

Shifts:
           Day shift: 09:45 - 16:00

• Fixed 2-week pattern with alternate weekends (no split shifts).
• Overtime reward scheme for additional hours.
• Free on-site parking & company pension scheme.
• Clear progression pathway — we invest in your development.
   

What we’re looking for

• You’re kind, reliable, and passionate about helping older people.
• Previous care home experience is essential with engaging residents who experience severe cognitive impairment who may present with challenging behaviour.
• Good attention to detail, ability to work as part of a team, and a flexible approach to shift work.
• Please note: at this time we are unable to offer school-hours only roles or sponsorship.

Interested?
Want to make a real difference every day? Submit your CV or hit Apply now — join our team, start your paid training immediately and we’ll aim to invite you for an interview within days.