Activities Coordinator

Activities - Bay Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £12.70 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 37.5

Located in the picturesque seaside town of Largs, our brand-new, purpose-built home offers luxury living with exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for 80 residents.

We are seeking a passionate and creative Activities Coordinator to join our brand-new, purpose-built care home in the picturesque seaside town of Largs. This state-of-the-art facility will provide exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for up to 80 residents.

As part of our close-knit care team, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents’ days are filled with joy, variety, and meaningful engagement. You’ll be at the heart of shaping an environment where our residents are encouraged to stay active, make connections, and enjoy fulfilling activities that improve their wellbeing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals in a brand-new care home where you can make a real difference from the very beginning. If you’re looking for a rewarding and varied role, this is your chance to help create a positive and vibrant atmosphere for our residents.

What We Offer

• £12.70 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week (5 days over 7, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Paid PVG, uniform provided, free onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, personal development, and career progression within a growing, dynamic organisation that values your skills and ambitions

What You Will Do

• Plan and Organize: Develop and manage engaging monthly rolling programmes, as well as individual activities that cater to residents’ diverse needs and interests.
• Foster Social Connections: Encourage socialization and participation in group activities, helping residents to build meaningful relationships with others.
• Record and Monitor: Maintain detailed records of all activities, including any feedback from residents and staff, ensuring accurate documentation of resident engagement.
• Provide Personalized Support: Tailor activities to meet the individual needs and preferences of our residents, considering their care requirements from dementia to nursing care.
• Work Collaboratively: Collaborate closely with the care team to ensure activities align with residents' care plans and provide holistic support.

What We’re Looking For

• Event Planning Skills: Proven ability to plan, organize, and deliver a variety of engaging activities.
• Creativity and Confidence: A friendly, confident personality with a flair for creating fun and stimulating experiences.
• Passion for Elderly Care: A genuine passion for working with the elderly, helping them live life to the fullest.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work well both independently and within a team.
• Ideally, experience in a care home setting, but we welcome applicants with a flair for creativity and an enthusiasm for making a difference.

About Us

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with nearly 100 homes across the UK. We are committed to creating a warm, supportive environment where residents receive outstanding care, and our staff have access to training and career progression within a growing, dynamic company. Our values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity — are the foundation of everything we do. If you share these values and are passionate about delivering excellent care, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a dynamic team that’s building something special from the start!