Activities Coordinator

at  Country Court

ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR – CASTOR LODGE CARE HOME LOCATED IN CASTOR NEAR PETERBOROUGH PE5 -PART OF THE COUNTRY COURT FAMILY

Hours: 16 Hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift - 09.00 – 17.30 )
Castor Lodge located in the village of Castor near Peterborough provides a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door. The home has been designed for residents living with dementia in mind and incorporates themed areas to facilitate meaningful activities for residents including its own pub, hairdressing salon and nail spa, corner shop and café bistro not to mention the beautiful outdoor spaces, for relaxation.

DO YOU HAVE A CREATIVE FLARE & WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERYDAY?

We are looking for a Wellbeing 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.

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

YOU MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE AS

Entertainment coordinator, wellbeing activities, activity assistant, lifestyle, wellbeing, arts, crafts, entertainment, events coordinator, care assistan

• 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