The role of an Activities Coordinator is to organise activities that are tailored to the needs and aspirations of the individual.This may include group activities and bringing people together, organising entertainment, classes, activities and trips out in the local community.
This role is best suited to someone who takes the needs of others into consideration, likes to “think outside the box”, actively promotes inclusion, enjoys a varied role where every day is different, and strives to support people to live their life to the fullest.
Typical duties may include:
- Provide a varied selection of activity ideas
- Planning and coordinating activities
- Liaising with colleagues, management and third parties to plan events/activities
- Adhering to allocated budget and document all expenditure
- Consider the physical and mental wellbeing of individuals and tailoring activities to this
- Create and maintain an activity board and actively promote this within the home
- Communicating with residents and encouraging them to participate in activities
- Report writing
- Risk assessing activities to ensure individuals safety and wellbeing
- Supporting individuals to participate in activities
The ideal Activities Coordinator will:
- Have a positive attitude
- Consider the needs and wishes of individuals
- Have a passion for supporting people to live a fulfilled life
- Be willing to undergo training and development
- Have excellent people skills
- Be a good communicator
Benefits include:
- Competitive hourly rates of pay
- Flexible hours
- Annual leave
- Full training and support
- Employee referral scheme
- Opportunities to progress in your career
***Please note; an enhanced DBS will be sought upon conditional offer of employment***
