Activities Coordinator

Job summary

Job Introduction

Are you an entertainer, creative planner, or just love making people smile? Whether you're brand new to care or ready for a fresh challenge, this is your moment to shine!

At Dove House Care Home in Sudbury, Derby, we’re on the lookout for someone special to lead fun, meaningful, and inclusive activities that truly make a difference in our residents’ lives.

What’s in it for you?

• £12.50 per hour
• Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level
• Company pension & job stability in a respected care provider

A day in the life of an Activities Coordinator

• Companionship- providing support, companionship, communication and engagement with residents
• Creating activities - you will be in charge of designing an engaging activities plan both internally and with external resources.
• Event planning – our Activities Coordinators are involved with planning events such as summer BBQs or Christmas parties for our residents.
• Resident interaction – you will always be in conversation with residents to see which activities they want to do and bringing them to fruition.
• External communications – as an Activities Coordinator, you will be speaking with external entertainers or businesses to organise visits from entertainers or arrange for visits to businesses for the residents.
• Mobility - supporting the client to live as independently as possible with their mobility through activities such as Zumba or ballroom or even things like balloon tennis.
• Social activities- trips out, social engagements and activities within the home for all abilities.

What you need to apply:

• The right to work in the UK for at least 12 months
• A positive attitude, creativity, and passion for people

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person