Activities Co-ordinator- £12.21/ hour

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Position: Activities Co-ordinator

Salary: £12.21/ hour

Shift Pattern: Fulltime Days, 37-hours a week

Location: Kilmarnock KA3

Role Purpose

To plan, organise, and deliver a varied programme of social, recreational, and therapeutic activities that promote residents’ wellbeing, independence, and quality of life in line with their individual needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Activity Planning & Delivery
• Develop and deliver a diverse programme of daily, weekly, and seasonal activities (e.g., arts & crafts, games, music, exercise, gardening, outings).
• Tailor activities to residents’ individual care plans, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and interests.
• Encourage participation from all residents, including those with dementia or physical disabilities.
• Resident Engagement
• Build positive relationships with residents, listening to their ideas and preferences.
• Support residents to maintain hobbies, interests, and connections with the wider community.
• Promote inclusion and reduce loneliness by fostering group and one-to-one engagement.
• Collaboration
• Work closely with care staff, nurses, and managers to ensure activities support overall care goals.
• Involve families, volunteers, and external community groups in activities.
• Support religious, cultural, and seasonal celebrations within the care home.
• Administration & Reporting
• Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and resident feedback.
• Conduct risk assessments for outings and higher-risk activities.
• Contribute to care planning and reviews by reporting on residents’ participation and wellbeing.
• Health, Safety & Wellbeing
• Ensure all activities are safe and suitable for residents’ health conditions.
• Encourage gentle physical activity to support mobility and wellbeing where appropriate.
• Promote mental stimulation, emotional wellbeing, and social interaction.

Skills & Qualities Required

• Creativity and ability to design varied, engaging activities.
• Patience, empathy, and good communication skills.
• Organisational and planning ability.
• Ability to motivate and encourage participation, even from withdrawn residents.
• Understanding of dementia care and safeguarding principles.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a care setting, with at least 1 year.
• Education: NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  
  Proficiency in basic IT for record-keeping.
• Attributes: Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing high-quality care.