Activities Coordinator

About Us...

Parklands care homes are full of life. We aim to create a warm family atmosphere where residents are made to feel at home. Our teams work closely with our residents, their families, local community, and professionals to ensure that our residents care and support is developed with a structured, meaningful and person-centred approach. In line with our values.

When you join Parklands, you become part of our extended family. And as family, we support you throughout your career journey.

About You...

Are you passionate about making a difference? Are you committed to supporting people in a way which respects their dignity and enhances their quality of life?

We are looking for people who share our core values and are able to apply these to the work that they do. Our values inform the way we deliver individual quality care, recognise and reward our people and engage with our communities.

Working Together, Professionalism, Respect & Trust, Good Place to Work

As an Activities Coordinator, you will need to be willing to learn and adapt in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment as well as have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of our team.A full, valid UK driving licence is essential for this role due to the nature of the position as Activities Coordinator. You must be able to drive to support the diverse mobility needs of our residents and enhance their daily experiences.

The Role...

• To promote the general health and mental wellbeing of residents, maintaining their quality of life, enabling the residents to feel part of the everyday activities which are going on around them. This is maintained by offering regular and appropriate physical exercise, mental stimulation, and support regarding social, cultural and religious beliefs or faith.
• To provide and assist residents to access and participate in a range of recreational activities, either in groups or individually. To ensure that the residents can socialise and can continue to have a happy and content life whilst living in a Parklands Care Home.
• To communicate effectively with residents, other staff, residents families, visitors, and health care professionals, fostering a happy working environment for residents.
• To observe, monitor and record the condition of residents whilst delivering activities and care, including maintaining personal life stories and the appropriate sections in the care plan regarding residents activities and lifestyle choices.
• To help residents to keep mobile and to contribute to moving and handling using the correct techniques as well as following policies and procedures regarding falls management.
• To support the health and safety of residents, self, other staff and visitors.
• To ensure that all interactions with residents are beneficial to their health and wellbeing; this applies to group and individual activities and as well as in regard to taking residents to health centres and hospital appointments etc as well as helping with eating and drinking, together with making mealtimes enjoyable.
• To support the Manager in the implementation of Managing Falls and Fractures within a care home setting.
• To support the Manager in the implementation of The Care . About Physical Activity Agenda and any other relevant documentation that benefits care delivery to our residents.
• Attend mandatory training in Moving and Handling, Health and Safety, Elementary Food Hygiene, Infection Control and First Aid, as appropriate to the job.
• Maintain confidentiality about the residents, their families, other staff and Company matters.

This is a permanent role, working full-time (40-hours per week), on arotational basis that includes weekends.

Be part of our dedicated support services team based in ourLynemore Care Homelocated inGrantown-on-Spey,an attractive tourist town and an ideal location from which to explore the majestic Cairngorms National Park.

What we can offer...

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Free PVG Check
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• Well provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands

A few final things worth knowing

We understand that applying for a job can sometimes be daunting, especially if you dont meet every single requirement listed. If you're interested in this role but dont tick every box, we still encourage you to apply!