At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate engaging activities for older residents, enhancing their social and mental well-being.
- Company: Abbeyfield Living Society, a leader in housing and care for older people.
- Benefits: Up to 31 days paid leave, life assurance, career development, and instant access to overtime pay.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Organised, creative, empathetic, and able to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.
Within Abbeyfield we believe that maintaining and improving the social and mental health of our residents is as important as their physical health. In the role of Activities Coordinator, you have a vital role in achieving this.
You will provide a varied range of social activities suitable for your residents. You’ll naturally get to know your residents as individuals, involve them and others at all stages of the activity development process, and tailor each activity to their current physical and mental needs and abilities, including those with dementia. You have the responsibility but also the great pleasure of developing positive and supportive relationships with our amazing residents. You can use their life stories, experiences and interests to collate a selection of personally meaningful activities which will most engage that person, maintaining their choice to be as involved, or not involved, as they wish.
You will work in partnership with other staff and volunteers, utilising their skills and expertise and motivating and supporting them throughout their involvement. Responsible for each activity running as smoothly as possible, you’ll plan and obtain all needed supplies and deal swiftly with any concerns raised. You will maintain an up to date record of relevant information including resident involvement and past and planned activities.
Rewards and Benefits
At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:
- Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
- Up to 31 days paid leave (pro rata) including bank/public holidays
- Life Assurance
- Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Company pension
- Discounted gym membership
- An employee assistance programme
- Shop and save vouchers
- Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts
About You
You’ll be highly organised, and able to work using your own initiative. Creative, with a fresh approach to planning activities, you’ll also be a naturally caring person, who is empathetic, and understand the needs of older people, including those with dementia. Able to communicate and interact well with a wide range of people in varied situations, you’ll also be patient, with the ability to remain calm and tactful in sensitive situations. You’ll also be able to build strong relationships, and by doing so you’ll be a strong and supportive team player.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career as an Activities Coordinator, where your skills and compassion truly matter.
Activities Coordinator employer: Abbeyfield Group
Abbeyfield Living Society is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the lives of older people through compassionate care and community engagement. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer generous benefits such as up to 31 days paid leave, career development opportunities, and instant access to overtime pay, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career as an Activities Coordinator in a nurturing environment.
