Barchester Healthcare
Activities Lead - Care Home
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About The Role
As an Activities Lead at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents.
You will be:
- Computer literate
- Able to work closely with our community engagement team to create community links and showcase our home
- Responsible for updating the home’s social media platforms
Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise:
- Imaginative, fun, and motivational activities
- Tailored programmes for every interest and ability
As an Activities Coordinator, part of your role will involve:
- Getting to know our residents and their families
- Creating personalised activities programmes focused on maximising:
- Wellbeing
- Independence
- Social engagement
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About You
To excel in this role, you should demonstrate:
- Empathy, warmth, and a personable nature
- Strong organisational skills and a driven mindset
- The ability to get things done efficiently
- An infectious enthusiasm for activities
- A creative approach that inspires both residents and staff
While prior experience in similar roles would be beneficial, it’s not essential—training and development will be provided, ensuring you can grow within the team and advance your career with us.
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Rewards Package
In recognition of your dedication, you’ll enjoy a competitive rate of pay plus a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Free training and development for all roles
- Access to wellbeing and support tools
- A range of retail discounts and savings
- An unlimited referrals scheme with a ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus
- Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards
- Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions (3%)
This is a rewarding environment for those who value quality care and wish to utilise their planning and people skills in an organisation committed to excellence.
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