Weekend Activities Co-ordinator
The Old Rectory
£12.44 per hour
1.00pm to 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday
Job Description
We have an exciting role for a weekend Activities Co-ordinator to provide fun events and activities for our residents here at The Old Rectory in Stalbridge. The Activities Co-ordinator role is a hands-on working role with responsibility for ensuring a successful activities programme.
To introduce appropriate activities for older people which support independence and to identify activities in the surrounding areas that will assist residents to integrate into the local community.
Main Responsibilities:
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Organise and conduct activities that encourage both social, mental and if appropriate physical stimulation for the residents within the home
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To help organise culturally relevant and social events
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To encourage residents and team members to participate in the home’s activities programme
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Maintenance of activity posters, notice boards and information sheets within the home
Person Specification:
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Compassionate and caring nature
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Ability to organise activities
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Outgoing and fun to be around
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IT literacy – competent with the use of systems
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Good communication skills
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Excellent written and verbal English
Desirable:
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Experience of working with those living with dementia.
Company benefits include:
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Company pension
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Free parking
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On-site parking
Rate of pay:
£12.44 per hour
Hours:
Every Saturday and Sunday 1.00pm - 5.00pm