Job summary
The role of Activities Coordinator at Chestnut View Care Home in Haslemere, Surrey involves leading and coordinating a range of engaging and stimulating activities for the residents. The care home has a 60-bed capacity and offers residential, nursing, and dementia care, with a high rating of 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk.
Main duties of the job
As the Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a diverse program of activities that cater to the interests and needs of the residents. This includes organizing social events, recreational activities, and therapeutic sessions to enhance the residents' quality of life and promote their physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. You will work closely with the care team to ensure a person-centered approach, tailoring activities to individual preferences and abilities. The role requires 37.5 hours per week, including alternate weekends, and offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.00.
About us
OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is a leading provider of care services, operating Chestnut View Care Home in Haslemere. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care, the parent company, offers a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Chestnut View Care Home,Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
- 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
- Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Activities Lead
- 37.5 hours per week - alternate weekends required
- £14.00 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Chestnut View Care Home,Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
- 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
- Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Activities Lead
- 37.5 hours per week - alternate weekends required
- £14.00 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate for the Activities Coordinator role should have a passion for engaging with older adults, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to plan and deliver a range of creative and stimulating activities. While a care background is not essential, relevant experience in a similar role or a degree in a related field (e.g., art, music, drama therapy) would be an advantage.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate for the Activities Coordinator role should have a passion for engaging with older adults, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to plan and deliver a range of creative and stimulating activities. While a care background is not essential, relevant experience in a similar role or a degree in a related field (e.g., art, music, drama therapy) would be an advantage.
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.
