Activities Coordinator

**Activities Coordinator - Walberton Place Care Home in Walberton near Arundel -Part of the Country Court Family**

**Hours: Average of 33.25 Hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift Times 0800 to 1800 working over 7 days -1st Week 4 days & 2nd Week 3 Days )**

Walberton Place located in Walberton near Arundel offers residential and specialist dementia care in a peaceful setting, providing a safe, secure, and rewarding lifestyle for those with a variety of needs. The luxury facilities at Walberton Place are often compared to a high-end hotel, while our fantastic staff led by the manager get to know each resident personally, meaning everyone is looked after as part of the family.

**Do you like to organise events & have a creative flare? **Do you have creative flare & want to make a difference every day?**

We are looking for an Activities Coordinator with creative flare and out-of-the box thinking to organise, run events and activities for our residents. From pumpkin-carving, to budding gardening, crafts and more - no two days will ever be the same as you support our residents to try new things and ensure they feel connected with the wider community.

**What you will be doing: It’s hard to capture everything but we’ve jotted down a few key parts of the role below**:

- Organise varied activities within the Home to cater for a variety of interests and life stories for individuals, small groups and large numbers of residents.
- Meet targets set out to improve our resident’s lives which includes getting to know every resident through our 'Resident of the Day’ programme
- Work together with other local community groups and the wider local area.
- Bring fun, ideas, and energy into our residents’ lives Inspire others through great relationships, to deliver a range of thought-provoking wellbeing ideas
- Coordinate a wide range of trips & experiences within the local area for small groups & individuals
- Arrange key events throughout the year, such as seasonal celebrations & charity events

**About You**

We are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming, and entertaining, and would ensure all activities are appropriate for all residents.
- An understanding of care sector would be advantageous
- Have a friendly & caring attitude
- Good planning & development skills
- Able to engage well with the residents and their families
- Be proactive, passionate, and supportive team player, with experience of maintaining the highest levels of customer service.
- You will be going out and about, networking, planning activities and with residents therefore having access to your own vehicle with business Insurance is essential

**In Return**:
You’ll be joining a family business and will benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

- 28 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays)
- Annual pay reviews, pension contributions & enhanced bank holiday rates
- Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications*
- Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme*
- Pension Contributions & a range of excellent discounts for shops, restaurants, days out & more.
- Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff
- Subject to Terms and Conditions

**All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence.**

**Covid Safety**
We operate COVID secure homes and have strict procedures in place to ensure the safety of all residents and staff. This includes regular COVID & temperature testing and wearing appropriate PPE, and if requested by management a face mask whilst on shift, unless medically exempt.

**You may have experience as**

Entertainment, wellbeing, lifestyle, entertainment executive, events coordinator, care assistant.