Activities assistant

Join to apply for the Activities assistant role at Harbour Healthcare This range is provided by Harbour Healthcare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Activities Assistant Brockwell Court Care Home, Consett DH8 6AH Harbour Healthcare £12.22PH Do you have the oomph to join our team? Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Consett. Harbour Healthcare set high standards for resident care, and being an activities coordinator will mean that you are joining a team that puts residents care and comfort before everything else. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other. Above all, they work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a ‘first class’ service. Whether you are an experienced Activities assistant looking to move and bring your high standards with you or if you are new to activities but know that you have ‘what it takes’ to make a difference to our resident then we want to hear from you The role and responsibilities include the following, although this is not a definitive list: To assist in organising and coordinating activities that are tailored to the needs and abilities of individuals, as well as group activities that will bring individuals together. These would include themed events based on local holidays and traditions Booking external suppliers to provide entertainment Organising trips out in the local community, considering transport arrangements and accessibility To contribute to the planning of a varied and stimulating activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the Home Maintain written records of resident participation and regularly review resident needs Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community Participate in fundraising events as required. The successful candidate will: Be experienced in working with residents living with dementia Have a genuine interest in our residents Have good communication and interpersonal skills Work effectively as part of the Activities Team Have the ability to motivate people to participate Have good organisational skills Have good time management and the ability to schedule and plan ahead Build self-esteem Keep up to date and informed about new activities General To attend and participate in staff meetings Complete all mandatory training and other training identified to develop skills To communicate effectively with other staff, relatives, and visitors including professional agencies To practice and promote safe working practices within the Home Benefits Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment and lots more FREE face‑to‑face counselling, for you and your family Staff recognition award ceremonies £30 voucher available every month for the nominated ‘Employee of the month’ Opportunities for training and career progression Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme Blue Light Card - up to 50% discount across 100’s of retailers Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses Cashback card - save up to £500 annually, can be used at over 80 big brands Wellbeing portal: FREE meditation series, FREE wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events, FREE mental health support programmes, FREE workout plans, FREE Live digital gym classes, FREE mindset and wellbeing series Seasonal Company events, competitions and incentives Refer a friend scheme - earn upto £250 when referring a friend to work for Harbour Healthcare On-site parking We would love to hear from you. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harbour Healthcare by 2x Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part‑time Job function Administrative Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr