Description

Activities Coordinator £12.50 per hour

24 hours per week, 2pm – 6pm 4 days a week and 10am to 6pm every Saturday.

Location: St Teresa’s Care Home, South Kensington, London SW7 3PW

Since 1881 hospitality is our core value and, therefore, it’s always at the heart of everything we do. With a deeply human attitude and without discrimination, we provide care and support for people who are elderly or suffering from dementia.

Benefits:

* Pension scheme 7% (employers contribution)

* Employee discounts, online & high street stores

* Short course qualifications

* Paid Practical Training

* Free Uniform

* Diverse workforce

* Free DBS

* Career progression opportunities

* 28 days holiday (Incl. Bank Holiday’s) Pro Rata

* Subsidised meals

About the Role:

Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for organising all social activities and diversional therapy within the Home, considering residents particular needs as appropriate. You must have previous experience working with elderly people and a detailed knowledge of working within a registered care home environment, or other health and social care settings.

This role includes:

* Digital monitoring and recording of residents’ activities and participation

* Organise and conduct activities that encourage social, mental and physical stimulation

* Produce weekly and monthly activities programmes

* Liaise with the care team regarding particular activities

* Organise outside visits and trips

* Ensure a welcoming atmosphere for the residents, residents families and friends

* Ensure the planned activities are communicated to residents and staff alike

* Assist the Registered Care Home Manager in planning the Homes special events

Essentials:

* Knowledge with digital care note recording

* Great creative and coordinating skills

* Previous experience working in elderly residential care

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work flexible hours and weekends

* Previous Activity experience

* Excellent IT Skills

Minimum required experience to apply:

* Minimum of 2 years experience as an activity coordinator in an elderly care home

* At least 6 months experience using a mobile or tablet to record care notes

Required certifications:

* NVQ Level 2 / Care Certificate or willingness to complete

* Dementia Awareness Certificate (desirable)