Aria Care

Activities Co-Ordinator

The closing date is 22 May 2026

Job summary

The role of Activities Co-Ordinator at Steep House Nursing Home is to create and coordinate engaging activities for the residents of this 56-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home. The successful candidate will have a passion for improving the quality of life for the residents and will work to deliver a range of stimulating and fun activities that cater to their diverse needs and interests.

Main duties of the job

As the Activities Co-Ordinator, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating a variety of activities and events for the residents. This may include arts and crafts, music, games, outings, and other social and recreational programs. You will work closely with the care team to understand the individual needs and preferences of the residents and tailor the activities accordingly. Your role will also involve managing a team of volunteers and ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe and inclusive manner. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and creatively to enhance the well-being and quality of life for the residents.

About us

Steep House Nursing Home is a 56-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in Petersfield, UK. The home is operated by OLYMPUS OPCO LTD and has a CQC rating of 'Good'. It is highly regarded by the local community, with a rating of 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk. The home is committed to providing high-quality care and support to its residents, and the Activities Co-Ordinator will play a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.40 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1478171523

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Petersfield

GU32 2HS


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Steep House Nursing Home, Tilmore Road, Petersfield, GU32 2HS
  • 56 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Activities Co-Ordinator
  • Part Time, 12 hours per week - 2 x 6 hour shifts to support at weekends
  • £12.40 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:

  • Steep House Nursing Home, Tilmore Road, Petersfield, GU32 2HS
  • 56 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Activities Co-Ordinator
  • Part Time, 12 hours per week - 2 x 6 hour shifts to support at weekends
  • £12.40 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 this role will have a passion for working with older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be an advantage, but it is not essential. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and creatively to develop and implement engaging activities. A willingness to learn and a commitment to providing high-quality care are also essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this role will have a passion for working with older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Previous experience in a similar role or in the care sector would be an advantage, but it is not essential. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and creatively to develop and implement engaging activities. A willingness to learn and a commitment to providing high-quality care are also essential.

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

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Petersfield

GU32 2HS


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Petersfield

GU32 2HS


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.40 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1478171523

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Petersfield

GU32 2HS


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