Activities Co-ordinator

The role of Activities Co-ordinator at Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential Home involves planning and coordinating engaging activities for the residents to enrich their daily lives. The home is a 53-bed residential and nursing facility that has received a high rating of 9.3 on Carehome.co.uk, indicating a strong focus on providing excellent care and support to its residents.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for designing and implementing a diverse range of activities that cater to the interests and needs of the residents. This includes organizing group activities, individual pursuits, and outings to stimulate the residents physically, mentally, and emotionally. The key to success in this role is having excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to tailor activities to the unique preferences and capabilities of each resident.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable provider of residential and nursing care homes in the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees are encouraged to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day-out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program, ensuring that its staff feel valued and supported.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential Home, Cumnor, Oxfordshire, OX2 9NL
• 53 Bed Residential and Nursing Home
• Rated 9.3 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents' lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!

Person Specification Qualifications

• While prior experience in a care setting is beneficial, it is not a strict requirement. The most important qualities for this role are a passion for enriching the lives of older adults, strong interpersonal skills, and a growth mindset. The successful candidate should be empathetic, respectful, and dedicated to providing the best possible care and engagement for the residents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.