Lifestyle Activities Coordinator

Excelcare ,
Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an additional Lifestyle Activities Coordinator to join our team at Castlmead Court Care Home in Newport Pagnell. Excelcare is a family owned care home group established for over 30 years. Offering great care every day is central to everything we do. What to Expect: Up to £10.15 per hour depending on qualifications. 24 hours a week. About the role: You will be required to create and organise a fun and engaging activities and lifestyle programme to enrich the lives of all residents. This can include activities within the home or liaising with the local community organisations, schools, colleges, churches and much more. You will be required to engage with the residents and their families to establish an understanding of what activities or lifestyle changes would benefit them individually or as a group. Planning day outs is also encouraged therefore a good knowledge of surrounding areas and external organisations are desirable. This role aims to empower our residents and to create an enjoyable and social environment where we strive to make a difference in their day to day life. What you will need: Experience within a similar role is desirable or you could have previous experience in a caring environment. Be organised and well planned – looking to make a change using your care experience or particular passion or skill. Caring, and compassionate nature with a fun can do attitude. A desire to improve the lives of older people. Excellent communication/written skills. Benefits: 28 Days holiday including Bank holidays Time and a half payment for bank holiday working Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding up to £600 for every person you refer (https://careers.excelcareholdings.com/en-GB/page/employee-refer) DBS Certificate paid by Excelcare Contributory Pension Scheme Annual Salary Review Long service awards Career development pathways through the Excelcare Training Academy Comprehensive Induction Programme Funded Qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the Month and the Excelcare Awards – Recognition of our committed people across the business for a job very well done. If you are interested in this position or would initially like to find out more information, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply online line today or call us in 02083135003 – We look forward to hearing from you.