Activities Co-ordinator- £12.21/ hour

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Position: Activities Co-ordinator

Salary: £12.21/ hour

Shift Pattern: Fulltime Days, 37-hours a week

Location: Kilmarnock KA3

Role Purpose

To plan, organise, and deliver a varied programme of social, recreational, and therapeutic activities that promote residents’ wellbeing, independence, and quality of life in line with their individual needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

Activity Planning & DeliveryDevelop and deliver a diverse programme of daily, weekly, and seasonal activities (e.g., arts & crafts, games, music, exercise, gardening, outings).Tailor activities to residents’ individual care plans, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and interests.Encourage participation from all residents, including those with dementia or physical disabilities.Resident EngagementBuild positive relationships with residents, listening to their ideas and preferences.Support residents to maintain hobbies, interests, and connections with the wider community.Promote inclusion and reduce loneliness by fostering group and one-to-one engagement.CollaborationWork closely with care staff, nurses, and managers to ensure activities support overall care goals.Involve families, volunteers, and external community groups in activities.Support religious, cultural, and seasonal celebrations within the care home.Administration & ReportingKeep accurate records of activities, attendance, and resident feedback.Conduct risk assessments for outings and higher-risk activities.Contribute to care planning and reviews by reporting on residents’ participation and wellbeing.Health, Safety & WellbeingEnsure all activities are safe and suitable for residents’ health conditions.Encourage gentle physical activity to support mobility and wellbeing where appropriate.Promote mental stimulation, emotional wellbeing, and social interaction.

Skills & Qualities Required

Creativity and ability to design varied, engaging activities.Patience, empathy, and good communication skills.Organisational and planning ability.Ability to motivate and encourage participation, even from withdrawn residents.Understanding of dementia care and safeguarding principles.

Qualifications and Skills:

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a care setting, with at least 1 year.Education: NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in basic IT for record-keeping.Attributes: Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing high-quality care.