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Activities Lead - Care Home

The closing date is 20 September 2025

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Job summary

As an Activities Lead at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. You will be responsible for devising imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability, and for updating the home's social media platforms. This is an extremely rewarding role that involves getting to know the residents and their families to create tailored activity programmes focused on maximizing their wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

Main duties of the job

The Activities Lead will be responsible for creating a stimulating environment and devising engaging activities for the residents of the care home. This includes planning and coordinating a range of activities, from arts and crafts to social events, to cater to the diverse interests and abilities of the residents. The role also involves building relationships with the residents and their families, and updating the home's social media platforms to showcase the activities and community involvement. The successful candidate will need strong organizational skills, creativity, and a passion for improving the quality of life for the elderly.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality, personalized care to residents. The company operates over 200 care homes across the country, employing a team of dedicated and experienced professionals. Barchester Healthcare is committed to creating a positive and enriching environment for its residents, with a strong emphasis on promoting independence, social engagement, and overall wellbeing.

Details

Date posted

23 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.87 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1348751812

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Chichester

PO19 1SG


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Lead at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. You will be computer literate and able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our Home, you will also be responsible for updating the homes social media platforms. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Lead. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Lead at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. You will be computer literate and able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our Home, you will also be responsible for updating the homes social media platforms. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Lead. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for the Activities Lead role will have a warm, empathetic, and personable approach, as well as strong organizational skills and a driven mindset. Previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be beneficial, but is not essential, as Barchester Healthcare provides comprehensive training and development opportunities to support the growth and progression of its employees.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for the Activities Lead role will have a warm, empathetic, and personable approach, as well as strong organizational skills and a driven mindset. Previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be beneficial, but is not essential, as Barchester Healthcare provides comprehensive training and development opportunities to support the growth and progression of its employees.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Chichester

PO19 1SG


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Chichester

PO19 1SG


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Barchester Healthcare

Recruitment@barchester.com

Details

Date posted

23 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.87 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1348751812

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Chichester

PO19 1SG


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