Senior Playworker and Co-ordinator

4 weeks ago


North East England, United Kingdom Orchard Care Homes Full time €11

Job Type Permanent Job Category Activities Shift Type Days Shift Structure 20 hours per week Closing Date 31 May 2024 Pay £11.44 Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
The role of an Activities Co-ordinator might be your casting call
Activities Coordinator – Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home
£44 per hour
Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Coordinators are centre stage in homes.
Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities. You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.
Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.
About Orchard Care Homes
Nestled in the town of Houghton-le-Spring, which has its origins in Norman times, Paddock Stile Manor is a modern and established care home half way between Durham and Sunderland, and provides specialist residential care.
Orchard Care Homes are Winners of the 2023 LaingBuisson award for Excellence in Large Residential Care
Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
Your professional development is actively encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognising our dedicated staff team.
Free Uniform and car parking.
Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues

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