Activity Coordinator

Activity Coordinator – Full-Time

Enhance Healthcare - McGonagall House

Location: 2 Rosebank Mews, Dundee DD3 6PG
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Positions Available: 2

About the Role

We are looking for two enthusiastic, compassionate and creative Activity Coordinators to join our team and play an important role in enhancing the quality of life and wellbeing of the people we support.

As an Activity Coordinator, you will plan and deliver a varied programme of meaningful, engaging and person-centred activities, based around the individual interests, abilities and preferences of residents.

You will work closely with residents, families and the wider care team to create opportunities that promote social interaction, independence, cognitive stimulation, physical wellbeing and enjoyment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference to people's everyday lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of recreational, social, creative and therapeutic activities.
• Tailor activities to residents' individual interests, abilities and preferences.
• Encourage residents to participate while respecting their individual choices.
• Organise meaningful one-to-one and group activities.
• Organise activities and events for special occasions and seasonal celebrations.
• Work alongside care and nursing teams to ensure activities complement residents' individual needs and care plans.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and local community organisations.
• Support people living with dementia, Alzheimer's and other cognitive or physical disabilities, adapting activities where required.
• Maintain an organised activity timetable and communicate activities effectively to residents and staff.
• Record and monitor participation and engagement.
• Regularly review activities and gather feedback to ensure the programme remains relevant and meaningful.
• Develop links with local groups, schools, organisations and community partners.
• Support residents to participate safely and confidently, promoting independence wherever possible.
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming and inclusive environment within the care home.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate, enthusiastic and approachable.
• Passionate about improving people's quality of life.
• Creative and able to develop new and interesting activity ideas.
• Confident communicating with residents, families and colleagues.
• Patient and understanding when supporting people with dementia, Alzheimer's and other disabilities.
• Well organised and reliable.
• Able to manage a varied activity schedule.
• Comfortable working independently while also being part of a wider team.
• Positive and proactive when encouraging people to participate.
• A strong team player who enjoys working alongside care and nursing staff.

Experience & QualificationsEssential

• Previous experience working with people in a care, support, community or similar environment.
• Experience planning or coordinating activities, events or group sessions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in supporting the wellbeing and quality of life of older people.
• Full, valid UK manual driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a care home, nursing home, assisted living or long-term care environment.
• Experience supporting people living with dementia or Alzheimer's.
• Experience working with people with disabilities or additional support needs.
• Experience organising community activities, events or outings.
• Experience working in a home and community care setting.

Person-Centred Activities

Our activities are about more than simply keeping people occupied.

You will take the time to understand what matters to each person, what they enjoy and what gives them a sense of purpose.

Whether that's a favourite hobby, a creative activity, a social event, a community outing or simply spending meaningful one-to-one time with someone, your role will be to help create positive experiences that are important to the individual.

Safeguarding & Confidentiality

Everyone working within our care homes has a responsibility to help keep people safe.

You will be expected to follow safeguarding procedures, maintain confidentiality and handle personal information appropriately.

Consent must always be considered before sharing information or taking photographs or videos of residents, particularly when activities are shared on social media.

Learning & Development

We are committed to supporting our staff to develop their skills and knowledge.

You will have access to:

• Statutory and mandatory training through EVOLVE.
• Relevant training identified by management.
• Regular supervision and appraisal.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop your activity and wellbeing skills.

Why Join Enhance Healthcare?

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team where your creativity, personality and commitment can make a genuine difference to the people we support.

You will have the opportunity to develop and deliver activities that are meaningful to each individual, helping people maintain relationships, interests, independence and a sense of purpose.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position
• 2 positions available
• Supportive management and care teams.
• Training and ongoing development.
• Statutory and mandatory training through EVOLVE.
• Regular supervision and appraisal.
• Opportunities to develop your activity and wellbeing skills.
• Company pension.
• Early access to a portion of your earned wage with Stream.
• Access to employee benefits, discounts and rewards through Stream.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Free parking / on-site parking.

Join Our Team

If you are creative, caring and passionate about helping people enjoy meaningful experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
INDHP

Join Enhance Healthcare and help create everyday moments that matter.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person