Activities Co-ordinator

Activities Co-ordinator

Manor Community is a family run business. We value all our fantastic long- serving staff. We have great staff retention with an average length of service of 4.5 years.

Our much-loved residents are important to us, and it is vital for us to have the right staff in place to look after our residents in the best way possible.

Firgrove House, rate outstanding by the CQC, is part of the multi award winning Manor Community, providing person-centred, rehabilitative care and support to help people achieve their goals and aspirations.

To be successful with us you’ll be naturally caring with the ability to make a difference in someone’s life, help them to achieve their goals and work to a high standard. Experience of working with dementia clients would be an advantage but not essential as fully paid training will be provided.

What we offer:

• A friendly supportive working environment.
• Fully paid 4-day mandatory induction training.
• Paid DBS if you are not on the update service.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Blue light card amazing discounts with large retailers.
• Supportive management team with opportunities for development.

The role:

You’ll support and assist our clients, to fulfil their daily and long-term goals, creating positive outcomes in their lives. Working in a passionate way to provide excellent person-centred care to our clients, you’ll ensure all our clients are happy and cared for in the best way possible.

Working Days & Hours :

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am - 3 pm

Location: Yate : BS374AH

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, organise, and lead a diverse programme of activities, outings, and events tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
• Provide a timetable of varied activities to accommodate all interests.
• Recognise and respect residents as individuals with the same rights, needs and emotions as everyone else.
• Encourage participation, ensuring activities are inclusive and engaging for everyone.
• Build strong relationships with residents to understand their life stories, hobbies, and preferences.
• Work with staff to promote a positive, stimulating home environment.
• Liaise with families and the local community to enhance the activities programme.
• Keep accurate records of participation and feedback to continually improve the service.
• Support residents in maintaining independence, dignity, and a sense of purpose.
• Work together with other local community groups and the wider local area.
• Supporting people to participate in their community, by accessing local facilities and wider community resources.
• Arrange key events throughout the year, such as seasonal celebrations and other relevant events.
• Meet the changing needs of the service and the people we support.
• Record information regarding clients and ensure communication with staff members.
• Ensure the security of the building and the safety of the people living in the home.

As a precondition of this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to provide sponsorship of any kind.

About You

• Creative, enthusiastic, fun friendly and full of ideas.
• Compassionate and patient, with excellent communication and people skills.
• Organised, proactive, and able to plan engaging activities for individuals and groups.
• Confident in leading sessions and motivating others.
• Able to work flexibly, including some weekends or evenings for special events.
• Experience in a care, support, or community setting is desirable, but not essential — what matters most is your energy, empathy, and commitment to making a difference every day.

Enhanced adult workforce DBS on the update service.

If you’re passionate about bringing joy, purpose, and connection to the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create a care home full of laughter, creativity, and companionship!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.75-£13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have the right to work in the UK?

If applicable, please confirm the type of work permit you have and the expiry date.

• Please confirm your location i.e Yate

Work Location: In person