Job summary
The Activities Co-Ordinator role at Holmwood Care Centre in Kidderminster involves planning and coordinating a range of activities to engage and enrich the lives of the residents. This part-time position requires flexibility to work across different days, including evenings and weekends, to ensure the residents have a fulfilling and engaging experience. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and various employee benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for someone with the right interpersonal and organizational skills to thrive in a caring and inclusive environment.
Main duties of the job
The Activities Co-Ordinator is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing a diverse range of activities and events that cater to the diverse needs and interests of the residents at Holmwood Care Centre. This includes coordinating group activities, one-on-one sessions, outings, and special events to promote physical, mental, and social well-being. The successful candidate will need to be empathetic, adaptable, and passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the residents.
About us
Holmwood Care Centre is a 60-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. The home has been rated 9.1 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality care and an enriching environment for its residents. Aria Care, the parent company, is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Holmwood Care Centre, 30 Chaddesley Road, Kidderminster, DY10 3DJ
- 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
- Rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Activities Co-Ordinator
- Part time - 28 hours per week - Predominantly work Mon,Tue Thur & Fri usually 9.30-5 or 8.30-4
- Due to nature of the role the candidate will be required to be flexible to days, evenings and weekends for special events.
- Alternate weekends required
- £12.35 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator 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.
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.
It would be great to hear from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Holmwood Care Centre, 30 Chaddesley Road, Kidderminster, DY10 3DJ
- 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
- Rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Activities Co-Ordinator
- Part time - 28 hours per week - Predominantly work Mon,Tue Thur & Fri usually 9.30-5 or 8.30-4
- Due to nature of the role the candidate will be required to be flexible to days, evenings and weekends for special events.
- Alternate weekends required
- £12.35 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator 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.
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.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within the care sector, with a strong understanding of the needs and interests of older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team, are essential. A creative and enthusiastic approach to activity planning and delivery is also required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within the care sector, with a strong understanding of the needs and interests of older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team, are essential. A creative and enthusiastic approach to activity planning and delivery is also required.
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.
