At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun and engaging activities for older people, enhancing their wellbeing and social engagement.
- Company: Optalis, a supportive organisation dedicated to adult social care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, perks, and comprehensive training.
- Other info: Great career progression and a chance to be heard in a valued team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a creative and fulfilling role.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm, creativity, and a driving licence are essential.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 31200 £ per year.
Optalis is the Adult Social Care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the two councils – it is not a private provider or an employment agency.
Bluebell House is a characterful period property surrounded by crowds of bluebells and provides support to older people living with dementia, as well as nursing care for people aged 65 and over who are living with long‑term health conditions. Our team of nurses and healthcare assistants ensures that the people we support receive a personal approach to their care needs, while our activity coordinators help make the days enjoyable and fulfilling.
We are recruiting for an Activity Coordinator to support individuals on a full‑time basis. Working hours are between 9am and 6pm and you will be required to work alternate weekends. You will need to be a car driver.
We are looking for someone with infectious enthusiasm and a creative approach to inspire both the people we support and staff to get involved. As an Activity Coordinator, you’ll help create a stimulating environment that celebrates life through imaginative and fun activities that can suit every interest and ability. As part of this role, you will get to know the people we support and their families to help tailor activities to maximise wellbeing, independence and social engagement.
Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
- A Perkbox rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance.
- 25 days annual leave (pro‑rata) increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days, as well as 8 bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday.
- An additional health and wellbeing day.
- A comprehensive paid training and development programme.
- Excellent career progression opportunities and support.
- As a valued and integral member of the team you will have a voice in the service and forums to be heard and make a difference.
- STAR awards a reward scheme which recognises staff who have gone the extra mile.
- A generous pension scheme.
We anticipate this to be a popular role and reserve the right to close early should there be a large volume of applications. Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list.
Activity Coordinator - Bluebell House in Wokingham employer: Optalis
Optalis is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for its culinary team at Bluebell House. With a strong focus on employee growth, comprehensive training programmes, and a generous benefits package including 25 days of annual leave and a Perkbox rewards scheme, staff are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the heart of Wokingham, the role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older individuals while working in a collaborative and caring atmosphere.
