Job summary40 Hours per week - over 5 days - including alternate weekends If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek an Activities Coordinator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unity with the Home Manager and the wider and extended community teams you will be responsible for helping and engaging residents to socialise within the home. This includes providing a variety of activities that cater for all tastes, abilities, cultures and, respecting everyone as an individual, ensuring that you promote diversity and inclusion at all stages. By supporting and activelyMain duties of the jobAs an Activities Coordinator at Akari Care, you will play an essential role in enhancing the quality of life for our elderly residents. You will work closely with the Home Manager and community teams to ensure activities promote diversity and inclusivity. The position also involves collaborating with colleagues and residents' relatives to foster a supportive and engaging community atmosphere. About usAkari Care is a prestigious care home provider dedicated to offering award-winning services to the elderly. Akari Care takes pride in fostering a professional community enriched by compassion, kindness, and a commitment to excellence. In line with our mission, we invest in employee development, offering training programs that equip our staff with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the diverse needs of those in our care. Full-time Reference number1538949825Job locationsAkari CareGatesheadNE8 3SAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilities*** 40 Hours per week - over 5 days - including alternate weekends **If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. We now seek an Activities Coordinator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unity with the Home Manager and the wider and extended community teams you will be responsible for helping and engaging residents to socialise within the home. This includes providing a variety of activities that cater for all tastes, abilities, cultures and, respecting everyone as an individual, ensuring that you promote diversity and inclusion at all stages. By supporting and actively encouraging colleagues, relatives, and friends to participate in activitieswith residents you will enable additional stimulation not only in the activity itself but in promoting socialising and spending quality time with others to help enrich our residents lives. In actively assisting with innovative fund-raising initiatives and budgeting for entertainment, materials, and outings, you will enjoy thinking creatively and out of the box with regards to ways in which additional funds can be raised to support our residents activities. You will help to ensure that you and your colleagues create an environment which is supportive, caring and kind and undertake all duties in a way which provides a secure and safe atmosphere in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individualism and dignity in order to lead full lives. By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require. Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice. A competitive salaryPension contribution of 3%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plans. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included. Job responsibilities*** 40 Hours per week - over 5 days - including alternate weekends **If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. We now seek an Activities Coordinator who is enthusiastic about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unity with the Home Manager and the wider and extended community teams you will be responsible for helping and engaging residents to socialise within the home. This includes providing a variety of activities that cater for all tastes, abilities, cultures and, respecting everyone as an individual, ensuring that you promote diversity and inclusion at all stages. By supporting and actively encouraging colleagues, relatives, and friends to participate in activitieswith residents you will enable additional stimulation not only in the activity itself but in promoting socialising and spending quality time with others to help enrich our residents lives. In actively assisting with innovative fund-raising initiatives and budgeting for entertainment, materials, and outings, you will enjoy thinking creatively and out of the box with regards to ways in which additional funds can be raised to support our residents activities. You will help to ensure that you and your colleagues create an environment which is supportive, caring and kind and undertake all duties in a way which provides a secure and safe atmosphere in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individualism and dignity in order to lead full lives. By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require. Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice. A competitive salaryPension contribution of 3%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plans. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included. Employer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareGatesheadNE8 3SAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareGatesheadNE8 3SAUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Activities Assistant - Flexible Hours in Gateshead employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
