Activities Coordinator

Job Introduction

Location: Cherry Tree Court, Wolverhampton

Hours: 20 hours per week

Shifts available - over 7 day week including evenings, weekends, bank holidays

Interview date: 25th and 26th November (face to face interview)

The Role

Are you someone who loves bringing joy and purpose to others' lives? We have a wonderful opportunity for a warm, creative, and enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to join our friendly team at Cherry Tree Court.

At Retirement Living Plus, we believe every day should be meaningful. As our Activities Coordinator, you'll play a key role in making that happen — designing, organising, and delivering a variety of engaging activities including creating posters, newsletters, promoting engagement with residents and doing research into what our residents enjoy.

From promoting wellbeing and lifelong learning to encouraging social connection and fun, your energy and ideas will help residents live life to the fullest. You'll work closely with our Care Plus team to ensure every activity adds real value, enhances independence, and celebrates individuality.

This is a part-time, permanent position, working on a two-week rolling rota that includes some evenings, weekends, and bank holidays — offering flexibility and the chance to be part of a truly rewarding environment.

Skills and experience required:

• Experience supporting and engaging with people of diverse age groups
• A flair for planning and delivering enjoyable, person-centred activities
• Strong organisational and project skills
• A commitment to learning and ongoing development
• Good computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel
• Knowledge and understanding of email and internet
• The ability to demonstrate discretion and confidentiality at all times

Due to the nature of this post, the role is subject to an Enhanced with Adult Barred DBS disclosure.

What we can offer you

As well as a comprehensive induction programme and excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available, we can offer 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme.

About Us

We're one of the West Midlands' largest housing and care providers, with over 33,000 homes and a bold vision for the future. We create places people are proud to call home.

The way we work is shaped by three simple behaviours:

• Own it – make it happen
• Improve it - move things forward.
• Live it – show understanding and compassion

We're building something special and need talented people to help lead the way. There's never been a better time to join us and make a real difference.

Our Inclusive Culture:

The Housing Plus Group is an inclusive employer committed to supporting all employees. We know that people perform better when they can be themselves, so creating a culture which is inclusive isn't only the right thing to do, but is crucial to the success of any organisation. All of our employee networks make a positive contribution to how we are able to support all of our staff and includes networks such as our LGBTQ+ employee group, disability positive, heritage and culture and our allies' network.

How to apply

Please click the 'Apply' button and complete your application.

Closing date: 17th November - Interviews may take place throughout the advert

• We are committed to carrying out safeguarding checks with all our colleagues. These checks may vary according to the role you have applied for, please refer to the job description for this role for details.
• We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
• If you have not received an update within 2 working weeks of submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• Terms and Conditions are subject to review and may be amended from time to time, any changes to benefits advertised would be discussed during offer and onboarding.