Activities Co-ordinator

Job Summary

Kelstone Court are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Activities Coordinator to join our team in enhancing the quality of life for our residents in a senior care environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning and implementing engaging activities tailored to the needs of individuals in care homes, including those varying levels of dementia. This role requires excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for caring for seniors.

Duties

• Develop, organise, and oversee a comprehensive activities programme that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being for residents in home.
• Coordinate with home manager and care staff to ensure that activities are suitable for residents with varying levels of ability and cognitive function.
• Facilitate group activities, such as arts and crafts, games, music sessions, and outings, ensuring participation from all residents.
• Assess the interests and needs of residents to tailor activities that foster engagement and social interaction.
• Maintain accurate records of participation and feedback to continually improve the activities programme.
• Collaborate with families to encourage their involvement in activities and keep them informed about upcoming events.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations during all activities.
• Being responsible decorating and managing special holiday such as Christmas, Halloween, in the home.
• Managing and planning annual residents and family events, annual summer BBQ and Christmas parties for both families and residents.
• Ensure external entertainment is planned for booked through out the year - working with the Home Manager.
• Support Home Manager and Senior Management with other general admin related to residents well being.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience in senior care or a related field is essential, with a focus on dementia care being highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with residents, families, and staff members.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion, patience, and understanding towards residents' needs.
• Creative thinking skills to develop innovative activity ideas that cater to diverse interests.
• A relevant qualification in social work, recreation therapy, or a similar discipline is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Flexibility to adapt activities based on resident feedback and changing circumstances within the care home environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract

Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Morden SM4 4JN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• in Care homes: 1 year (required)

Location:

• Morden SM4 4JN (required)

Work Location: In person