Activities coordinator, Nursing home in London

Full-Time 42 Hours Per Week
13.50 per Hour
Hounslow area London TW4

Are you a creative compassionate and energetic individual who is passionate about improving the lives of older people

We are seeking an enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to join our dedicated team within a welcoming nursing home in Luton. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents lives by creating engaging experiences that promote wellbeing independence social interaction and happiness.

As Activities Coordinator you will be responsible for delivering a varied programme of activities that enrich residents daily lives and ensure every resident feels valued included and supported.

You will plan organise and lead a wide range of engaging person-centred activities tailored to residents individual interests backgrounds abilities and preferences including supporting those living with dementia.

Working closely with residents families and the wider care team you will help create a vibrant and stimulating environment where residents can continue enjoying meaningful experiences and social connections.

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of daily weekly and seasonal activities.
• Organise group and one-to-one activities that support residents physical emotional social and cognitive wellbeing.
• Develop person-centred activity plans based on residents interests and life experiences.
• Encourage resident participation and promote inclusion throughout the home.
• Organise outings special events celebrations and community engagement activities.
• Arrange visits from entertainers schools community groups and volunteers.
• Support residents living with dementia through meaningful and therapeutic activities.
• Monitor participation gather feedback and continually improve activity programmes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of resident engagement.
• Work collaboratively with care staff and management to ensure activities are delivered safely and effectively.
• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety requirements and CQC standards.

Arts and crafts sessions
Music therapy sing-alongs and karaoke afternoons
Quizzes bingo board games and reminiscence sessions
Gardening clubs and seasonal projects
Chair-based exercise and wellbeing activities
Birthday celebrations and themed parties
Coffee mornings and afternoon teas
Organised outings to local attractions cafés and garden centres
Seasonal celebrations and cultural events
Family engagement activities
Dementia-friendly sensory and memory activities
Reading groups and storytelling sessions

Previous experience as an Activities Coordinator Wellbeing Coordinator Activity Assistant or similar role within a care healthcare community or hospitality setting

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Experience planning and delivering engaging activities for older adults

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Understanding of person-centred care and resident wellbeing

Ability to engage and motivate individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities

Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Level 2 Award in Activity Provision in Social Care (or equivalent)

Dementia Awareness Training

Safeguarding Adults Training

First Aid Certificate

Full UK Driving Licence

Previous experience working within a nursing home residential care home dementia care or assisted living environment

• Creative enthusiastic and energetic
• Compassionate patient and caring
• Friendly and approachable personality
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational abilities
• Positive proactive and flexible attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life of older people

Competitive pay of 13.50 per hour
Full-time position with 42 hours per week
Day shifts only
Supportive and friendly working environment
Ongoing training and professional development
Career progression opportunities
The chance to make a real difference in residents lives every day

If you are passionate about creating meaningful experiences and helping older people live fulfilling engaging lives we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV today for immediate consideration.

Join a team where your creativity compassion and enthusiasm can make a lasting impact every single day.