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Activities Co- Ordinator
Cedar Garden, Tag Lane, Preston.
30 hourcontract
Three days a week- 8am- 6pmon a rota basis with every other weekend availability required.
Real Living Wage
Looking for a rewarding role where flexibility and teamwork go hand in hand?
At Dovehaven, we don’t just fill shifts,we build teams people want to stay in.
Whether you thrive in the energy of the day or the calm focus of the night, this is a role where you’re trusted, supported, and genuinely valued.
Why People Choose This Role
- Real Living Wage,because your work matters
- Strong, supportive team on every shift
- Paid training before you start,not thrown in at the deep end
- Clear routines, real responsibility
About the role:
As an Activities Coordinator you will be required to create ideas, organise social and recreational events, both in and outside of the home, and consult with our residents to identify their social and recreational interests, generate enthusiasm and support the delivery of these activities.
You will also plan and implement a wide range of activities to support the physical and mental wellbeing of our residents. Ideal candidates will have previous experience within a similar setting, ideally with groups of people who have a variety of needs and tastes. Working as part of a wider team, you will be committed to making the lives of elderly people better and focused on making our residents’ lives fulfilling.
About Cedar Garden Care Home
Cedar Garden is a specialist dementia nursing unit designed specifically for up to 30 male individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours. We're dedicated to providing compassionate and person-centred care to each of our residents
Take a lookat the home: Cedar Garden | Dementia | Nursing | Preston | Lancashire
What Matters Most
We’re looking for people who are:
- Calm, dependable, and compassionate
- Comfortable working independently
- Genuinely motivated to make a difference
What You’ll Get
- Real Living Wage
- 2 weekly pay
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Paid DBS
- Free parking
- Full induction before your first shift
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy
- Uniform provided
Important Information
- full-time contract
- Every other weekend required
- No sponsorship available
- Enhanced DBS required
As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice
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Activities Co- Ordinator in Preston employer: Dovehaven Care Homes
Dovehaven Care Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of our residents. With a focus on employee growth and development, we provide ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values teamwork and compassion. Located in Accrington, our care home not only prioritises high-quality care but also fosters a sense of community among staff, making it a rewarding place to work.
